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LCR-8230/8220/8210/8205

USER MANUAL

Rev. 1.00

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LCR Meter LCR-8230/8220/8210/8205 USER MANUAL Rev. 1.
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This manual contains proprietary information, which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be photocopied, reproduced or translated to another language without prior written consent of Good Will company. The information in this manual was correct at the time of printing. However, Good Will continues to improve products and reserves the rights to change specification, equipment, and maintenance procedures at any time without notice. Good Will Instrument Co., Ltd. No.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................... 5 GETTING STARTED ......................................................... 10 LCR-8200 Series Overview ............................................... 11 Appearance ..................................................................... 16 Set Up ............................................................................. 19 MEASURE (METER MODE) .............................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Command error code ..................................................... 168 Command List ............................................................... 169 APPENDIX .................................................................... 220 Preset ............................................................................ 221 Specifications ................................................................ 223 Dimensions ............................................................
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This chapter contains important safety instructions that you must follow during operation and storage. Read the following before any operation to ensure your safety and to keep the instrument in the best possible condition. Safety Symbols These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the instrument. WARNING Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. Please use a separate collection facility or contact the supplier from which this instrument was purchased. Safety Guidelines General Guideline CAUTION 6  AC voltage input is strictly prohibited.  Do not place any heavy object on the instrument.  Avoid severe impact or rough handling that can lead to damaging the instrument.  Do not discharge static electricity to the instrument.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement categories and their requirements as follows. The LCR-8200 Series doesn’t fall under category II, III or IV. Power Supply WARNING Cleaning the Instrument Operation Environment  Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the source of low-voltage installation.  Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the building installation.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual (Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their requirements as follows. The LCR-8200 SERIES falls under degree 2.  Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric strength or surface resistivity”. Storage environment Disposal 8  Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs. The pollution has no influence.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Power cord for the United Kingdom When using the unit in the United Kingdom, make sure the power cord meets the following safety instructions.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual GETTING STARTED This chapter describes the LCR-8200 SERIES in a nutshell, including accessories, package contents, its main features and front / rear panel introduction. LCR-8200 Series Overview ...............................................11 Series lineup ...................................................................... 11 Characteristics ................................................................... 12 Accessories...................................................
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GETTING STARTED LCR-8200 Series Overview Series lineup The LCR-8200 series consists of 4 models as list below. Model name LCR-8230/8220/ 8210/8005 Basic accuracy Test speed ±0.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Characteristics Thank you for using LCR-8200 SERIES LCR Meter as your testing instrument. This Manual contains the detailed installation steps. To ensure personnel safety and to protect your equipment and data, please check if the following accessories are fully supplied before starting the installation. The test frequency of the LCR-8200 SERIES LCR Meter is DC 10Hz30MHz and the test signal is 10mV-2Vrms and is suitable for the LCR and DCR testes of AC signals.
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GETTING STARTED Interface  Open circuit/short circuit/load calibration function  Meter mode, multi step list mode, sweep mode  Up to four component parameters can be selected in the electric meter mode.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Accessories Standard Accessories Optional Accessories 14 Part number Description 01CR-82H000GT LCR Meter 82CR-82H00E01 User Manual CD 82GW1SAFE0M01 Safety Instruction Sheet Region dependent Power Cord LCR-06B Test Fixture(Kelvin Clip) Part number Description LCR-05A Test Fixture(DIP) LCR-07 Test Fixture(Clip) LCR-08A Test Fixture(SMD) LCR-10 Test Fixture(SMD) LCR-15A Test Fixture(SMD) DC BIAS BOX External DC Bias box GTL-232 RS232C cable GTL-246 U
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GETTING STARTED Package Contents Check the contents before using the instrument.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Appearance Front Panel 1 Power This key is used to turn the device instrument on/off. 2 Function For executing the function indicated for the position corresponding to the Function key. Soft keys for use to select corresponding option which located on the right of the LCD screen. 3 Test terminals Test terminals are used to connect test fixture. 4 Ground Terminal This terminal is used for grounding.
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GETTING STARTED 6 DC BIAS For control the Bias unit and for executing on/off. 7 Key Lock The key will be locked to prevent from controlling the push key and the computer by both sides. To use the keypad again, press this key again. 8 ESC Press this button to return the cursor to the top left corner of the currently displayed page or cancel current setting. 9 Numeric The numeric keypad is used to input values for setting. 10 Setup This key is used for entering measurement setup page.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Rear Panel 1 TRIGGER Trigger input port 2 USB USB port (Type B) This port is used for remote control.
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GETTING STARTED Set Up Tilting the Stand Lifting the instrument, starting from the front stand.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Power UP Steps 1. Insert the AC power cord into the power socket. 2. Press the power button to turn the LCR-8200 series on. 3. The power button will Press down and the LCR-8200 series will start to boot up.
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GETTING STARTED Connect to the test terminal Background Please use the test fixture to connect to the test terminal for testing. Please follow the procedure below to connect. Steps Please insert the test fixture into the terminal of the test equipment correctly. 1. Turn the left and right handles of the test fixture to turn the BNC notch to the top and align the BNC bumps of the test equipment. 2. Test the fixture into the BNC terminal of the test equipment. Connection diagram 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual 3. Note Avoid wrong connection, which would lead to incorrect reading value. In order to ensure the accuracy of the instrument, please use the LCR-8200 optional accessories test cable for test. Warning 22 Before connecting the test leads, make sure the test leads are not connected to any component to avoid personal injury or damage to the instrument.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) MEASURE (METER MODE) In this chapter you will learn about all the measurement-related settings. All the measurement setting items can be found on the [MEAS DISPLAY] [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. Measure display area description .....................................24 Setting parameter..............................................................25 Setting frequency...............................................................27 Setting speed ..............................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Measure display area description The measurement display is a Meter mode that provides a single condition for numerical measurements. Available parameter 24 SWEEP Sweep mode page. Provides the measurement value to graphic curve function. LIST SET List setting page. LIST RUN List run test page. CORR. Correction page.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting parameter Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select Parameter 1~4 item on the [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a parameter for this measurement item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note 26 R Resistance X Reactance Y Absolute value of admittance G Conductivity B Susceptance Up to four component parameters can be selected in the meter mode. The inductance and DCR values can be measured and displayed simultaneously.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting frequency The frequency range is 10Hz~5MHz/10MHz/20MHz/30MHz, and the resolution is set at 6 digits.. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select FREQ item on the [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 3. Select option key on the right of the LCD screen to adjust the frequency value by rough or minor adjusting method or use the numeric keypad to enter the test frequency.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual  Decrease the second digit of the frequency value  Decrease the first digit of the frequency value 28
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting speed LCR-8200 Series offers 5 test speeds (SLOW2, SLOW, MED., FAST and MAX.). The slower the test, the more accurate and stable the test result. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select SPEED item on the [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a test speed for this measurement item. Available test speed MAX. 2.5ms(>10kHz) FAST 50ms(>20Hz) MED.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting trigger mode LCR-8200 Series offers REPEAT and SINGLE mode. Steps 1. Press the Setup button to enter [MEAS SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select TRIGGER item on the [MEAS SETUP] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a trigger mode for this measurement item. Available parameter REPEAT Internal trigger mode is also known as continuous test. The trigger signal performs continuous test in accordance with the SPEED setting.
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MEASURE (METER MODE)  Manual mode: The device performs a measurement once the Trigger button is pressed.  Handler mode: When a negative edge pulse is received from the handler interface on the rear panel, the device performs a measurement cycle.  TRIGGER Input mode: When a negative edge pulse is received from the TRIGGER Input on the rear panel, the device performs a measurement cycle.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting measurement level/ALC/RO LCR-8200 Series test signal voltage/current level can be set as the effective value (RMS value) of a sine wave of the test frequency from the unit’s internal oscillator. The voltage range is 10mV2Vrms and current range is 100uA-20mArms. 2Vrms can only be used at <= 1MHz. The ALC (automatic level control) feature adjusts the voltage across the DUT or the current through the DUT to match the voltage/current level setting.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select LEVEL item on the [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to adjust the level value or use the numeric keypad to enter the test level and select ALC/RO for this measurement item. Available parameter   ALC OFF Increase 0.1Vac/1mAac of the level value Decrease 0.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting DC bias LCR-8200 Series offers DC BIAS ±12V. When input is above the instrument voltage range will be displayed “Out of range!”. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BIAS item on the [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 3. Select option key on the right of the LCD screen to adjust the frequency value by rough or minor adjusting method or use the numeric keypad to enter the DC Bias voltage. 4.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Available parameter  Increase 1V of the DC Bias value  Increase 0.1V of the DC Bias value  Decrease 0.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting measurement AC range The range recommendation is set to [Auto] for better measurement accuracy. The actual measured range will be displayed in the lower left corner of the screen. When set to [HOLD], faster measurement speeds can be achieved. However, when the range is selected incorrectly, it will result in inaccurate or incorrect values. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting measurement DC range The range recommendation is set to [Auto] for better measurement accuracy. The actual measured range will be displayed in the lower center of the screen. When set to [HOLD], faster measurement speeds can be achieved. However, when the range is selected incorrectly, it will result in inaccurate or incorrect values. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor to corresponding measurement DC range. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting trigger delay timer LCR-8200 Series can set the delay time before each test by setting trigger delay timer. The delay time range is 0ms~5000ms. Steps 1. Press the Setup button to enter [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select TRIGGER DELAY on the [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 3. Use key pad to input delay timer value ,unit is ms.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting AC/DC delay timer LCR-8200 Series can set the AC/DC delay time when Rdc parameter enable . The inductance and Rdc values can be measured and displayed simultaneously. When the inductance is measured by Rdc, a current flows through the generated magnetic field. When the DC signal ends, the inductance will generate a back electromotive force. If the AC signal is subsequently sent out for measurement, the L value may cause an error.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting average count This function is to perform multiple measurements and take an average result from multiple measurements as the final display value. The stability and reliability of the measurement results can be improved by utilizing this function. The number of measurements can be set from 1 to 64. Steps 1. Press the Setup button to enter [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select AVERAGE on the [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 3.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting display Vm/Im mode The test signal voltage and test signal current of the AC and the test signal voltage and test signal current of the DC on the test object. Turn on the Vm/Im display to help understand the setting status of ALC and RO. Steps 1. Press the Setup button to enter [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select DISPLAY Vm/Im on t he [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting beep mode When the comparison function setting is turned on, the value judgment result will be indicated by color, and the buzzer function can be set to use the sound to know the measurement result. Steps 1. Press the Setup button to enter [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BEEP WHEN on the [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Setting statistics mode When the comparison function setting is on, the statistics function can be turned on to calculate the measurement quantity of PASS and FAIL. Steps 1. Press the Setup button to enter [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select STATISTICS on the [MEASURE MODE SETUP] page. 3. Use key pad to input average count value.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting comparator In this section, user will learn how to set up comparator and bin sorting. The device can perform comparator function for 1~4 parameter simultaneously or separately. Choose to set the bin condition for each parameter, which can be divided into 2~9 classes. Bin methods include equalization, sequence, tolerance and random; limit value modes include measured values, tolerance values, and tolerance %. Steps 1.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Set up comp mode Available options 4. Use arrow keys to select COMP MODE. VALUE The measured values are compared. Select this mode, the NOMINAL field does not need to be set, just set the UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual △ The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared. Absolute value (Δ) = measure value – nominal value Select this mode, the NOMINAL value and UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits must be set. △% The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared with the percentage of the NOMINAL value.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Set up 1. Use arrow keys to move cursor and nominal/upper/lo select NOMINAL or UPPER and wer LOWER. 2. Use key pad to input value and unit. Available options NOMINAL Compare nominal values. Set only in the △ and △% modes. Set up display mode Available options UPPER Comparison of upper limit LOWER Comparison of lower limit 3. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select DISP MODE.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual △ Display the difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value △% Display the difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared with the percentage of the NOMINAL value. Comparator result display 4. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. Comparator result is Pass in green color or Fail in red color. Set up other Parameter 5. Use the above steps to set other fields.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Comparator result display 6. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page. Comparator result is Pass in green color or Fail in red color.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting bin sorting Choose to set the bin condition for each parameter, which can be divided into 2~9 classes. Bin methods include equalization, sequence, tolerance and random; limit value modes include measured values, tolerance values, and tolerance %. Steps 1. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BIN item. 2. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item. Available options OFF Turn off the bin function. ON Turn on the bin function.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Set up parameter 3. Use arrow keys to select PARAMETER item. 4. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item. The MEAS DISPLAY has selected parameters to have display options. Available options Off PARA1(Ls) Turn off the bin function. Select the first measurement parameter (Ls). PARA2(Q) Select the second measurement parameter (Q). PARA3(Θd) Select the third measurement parameter (Θd). PARA4(Rdc) Select the fourth measurement parameter (Rdc).
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Set up bin number 7. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BIN NUMBER item. 8. Use key pad to input bin number value.(2~9) Set up bin method 9. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BIN METHOD item. 10. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Available options Equal Sort by equally average. Set the high/low value. Sequential Sort by order. Set each value. Tolerance Sort by order. Set each value. Random Sort by user. Set each range value.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Set up limit mode 11. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select LIMIT MODE. 12. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item. Available options VALUE The measured values are compared. Select this mode, the NOMINAL field does not need to be set, just set the UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) △ The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared. Absolute value (Δ) = measure value – nominal value Select this mode, the NOMINAL value and UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits must be set. △% The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared with the percentage of the NOMINAL value.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting FILE The parameter can be saved in the flash Memory of the instrument. The meter mode allows the user to access 99 setup groups. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEASURE DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select FILE on the [MEASURE DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select FILE item. 4. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Available parameter RECALL load the files in the temporary files for testing NEW Open an empty file and setting the file name SAVE AS Save the test file in the RAM to another file. DELETE Delete the file, the file which is being used (red) cannot delete. Note The LCR-8200 uses the system's temporary files for testing. Use "RECALL" to load the files in the instrument memory into the temporary files of the system. The file font being used is red and cannot be deleted.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting USB disk USB disk can store test setup files and LCD screen images and SWEEP measurement curves and magnitude data. Available types and file formats: USB disk type: Flash disk only. Format: FAT32 / exFAT. Max memory size: 128GB. Steps 1. Insert a USB disk for using as data recoding. The instrument will automatically detect the USB disk format. When it is available, the USB menu will pop up. 2. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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MEASURE (METER MODE) Available options Save screen Save LCD screen images to USB disk. Path> USB:\LCR8200\SCREEN\SCNxxxx.BMP File management USB file management. Format USB drive Format the USB disk(FAT32) Path> USB:\LCR8200\METER 59
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) In this chapter you will learn about all the sweeprelated settings. All the sweep items can be found on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. Sweep display area description ........................................ 61 Setting type ....................................................................... 62 Setting X-axis ..................................................................... 63 Setting start ..................................................
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Sweep display area description The sweep display is a sweep graph mode that provides a sweep range condition for graph measurements. Available parameter MEASURE Measure meter mode page. LIST SET List setting page. LIST RUN List run test page. CORR. Correction page.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting type Sweep type has 3 kinds, which are frequency, Vac and Iac, respectively. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select TYPE item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a parameter for this sweep item. Available parameter 62 FREQ.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting X-axis The X-axis scale shows 2 modes LINEAR and LOG. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select X-AXIS item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a parameter for this sweep item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting start Sweep test condition start value. (frequency, Vac, Iac) Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select START item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the test frequency (Vac or Iac) and unit.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting stop Sweep test condition stop value. (frequency, Vac, Iac) Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select STOP item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the test frequency (Vac or Iac) and unit.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting level/freq When performing a frequency sweep test, you need to set the test voltage/current (Vac/Iac). If you are performing a voltage/current scan test, you need to set the test frequency. The voltage range is 10mV-2Vrms and current range is 0.1mA-20mArms. 2Vrms can only be used at <= 1MHz. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting bias LCR-8200 Series offers DC BIAS ±12V. BIAS has a set value, when the trigger test starts, DC BIAS will automatically turn on the output, and the DC BIAS button indicator will light up; at the end of the test, DC BIAS will automatically turn off and the light will be off. When input is above the instrument voltage range will be displayed “Out of range!”. Steps 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting trig Trig mode has REPEAT and SINGLE mode. Press the Trigger button to start the sweep test once. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select TRIG item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a trigger mode for this sweep item.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) sweep test once the Trigger button is pressed.  Handler mode: When a negative edge pulse is received from the handler interface on the rear panel, the device performs a sweep test cycle.  TRIGGER Input mode: When a negative edge pulse is received from the TRIGGER Input on the rear panel, the device performs a sweep test cycle.  Remote control mode: When a measurement command is sent from the RS-232 or USB or GPIB interface, the device performs a sweep test cycle.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting speed 3 test speeds ( SLOW, MED., FAST). The slower the test, the more accurate and stable the test result. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select SPEED item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a speed mode for this sweep item.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting scale The scale of the Y-axis is displayed with the setting of trace A or trace B. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select SCALE item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a scale type for this sweep item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting func Select the combination of parameters to be sweep test. Func1-16: Z-Deg, Y-Deg, R-X, G-B, Z-Cs, Z-Cp, Z-Ls, Z-Lp, Cs-Rs, Cp-Rp, Cp-G, Cs-D, Ls-Rs, Lp-Rp, Lp-G, Ls-Q. FUNC selection If you do not have the desired test parameters, you can go to the PARA item of TRACE A/B and select the required test parameters. Steps 1.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting para Select test parameters of trace A or trace B. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select PARA item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a parameter for this sweep item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting Y-axis The Y-axis scale shows 2 modes LINEAR and LOG of trace A or trace B. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select Y-AXIS item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a parameter for this sweep item.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting ref Set the Y-axis reference point scale for trace A or B. This parameter can be set by selecting LINEAR in Y-axis. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select REF item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a scale type for this sweep item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting pos Move the graphic of trace A or trace B. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select POS item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a scale type for this sweep item.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting div/decade The scale of the Y-axis is displayed with the setting of trace A or trace B. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select DIV (LINEAR) or DECADE (LOG) item on the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a scale type for this sweep item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting sweep delay Set the sweep test the delay time between each test point and point. The delay time range is 0ms~5000ms. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page, and press the Setup button to enter [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select SWEEP DELAY item on the [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. 3.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting output impedance The output impedance can be set to 25Ω or 100Ω. The varied signal source output impedance will lead to the varied current or the difference of measuring value. If selecting <25Ω>, then the voltage range is 10mV~1Vrms and the current range is 400µA~40mArms. If need to compare test results with Keysight select 100Ω. Steps 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting keep previous trace Save sweep graph for part alignment or adjustment. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page, and press the Setup button to enter [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select KEEP PREVIOUS TRACE item on the [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. 3.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Available parameter Function Description OFF Save sweep graph turn off ON Save sweep graph turn on Multiple parts are compared to the measurement curve, this function can be turned on, and the parts are measured in order to understand the difference. A single part or circuit can be measured before adjustment. Turn on this function and adjust it after making adjustments to understand the difference in adjustment. Use the CLEAR function key to clear the all graph.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting trace A/B color Set the display color of trace A or trace B. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the SWEEP function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [SWEEP DISPLAY] page, and press the Setup button to enter [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move the cursor and select TRACE A/B COLOR item on the [SWEEP MODE SETUP] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired color.
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SWEEP (GRAPH MODE) Setting USB disk USB disk can store test setup files and LCD screen images and SWEEP measurement curves and magnitude data. Available types and file formats: USB disk type: Flash disk only. Format: FAT32 / exFAT. Max memory size: 128GB. Steps 1. Insert a USB disk for using as data recoding. The instrument will automatically detect the USB disk format. When it is available, the USB menu will pop up. 2. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Available options Save screen Save LCD screen images to USB disk. Path> USB:\LCR8200\SCREEN\SCNxxxx.B MP Save sweep graphic Save sweep graph to USB disk. Path> USB:\LCR8200\SWEEP\SWPxxxx.BMP Save sweep data Save sweep measure data to USB disk. Path> USB:\LCR8200\SWEEP\SWPxxxx.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) In this chapter you will learn about all the listrelated settings. All the list setting items can be found on the[LIST SET] [LIST MODE SETUP] [LIST RUN] page. LIST SET/LIST RUN display area description ..................86 Setting step .......................................................................87 Setting parameter..............................................................89 Setting frequency........................................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual LIST SET/LIST RUN display area description The list measurement display is a multi-step mode that provides simultaneous multi-condition measurement for the part. Available parameter Available parameter 86 MEASURE Meter mode page SWEEP Sweep mode page. LIST RUN List run test page CORR. Correction page FILE List file management LIST SET List setting page CORR.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting step LIST SET has 15 steps to set. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select STEP item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Available parameter COPY INSERT DELETE 88 Copy the cursor where the step is added to the next step. Copy setp1 to setp2. Insert a blank step in the cursor step to the next step. Insert blank step in the next step of step1. Delete the cursor step.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting parameter Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select PARAMETER item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a parameter for this measurement item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual 90 θrad Phase angle of impedance(radian) Q Quality Factor, (Q = 1/D) D Dissipation Factor, Loss coefficient (tanδ) R Resistance X Reactance Y Absolute value of admittance G Conductivity B Susceptance
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting frequency The frequency range is 10Hz~5MHz/10MHz/20MHz/30MHz, and the resolution is set at 6 digits.. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select FREQUENCY item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the test frequency.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting level Test signal voltage/current level can be set (RMS value). The voltage range is 10mV-2Vrms and current range is 0.1mA20mArms. 2Vrms can only be used at <= 1MHz.. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select LEVEL item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the test voltage/current.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting DC bias DC BIAS range is -12V~+12V. When input is above the instrument voltage range will be displayed “Out of range!”. The test step has DC BIAS. When this step is tested, the instrument will automatically execute the DC BIAS output, and the DC Bias button will light up and will automatically turn off at the end of the step. Steps 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting speed 5 test speeds (SLOW2, SLOW, MED., FAST and MAX.). The slower the test, the more accurate and stable the test result. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select SPEED item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a test speed item.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting delay Set the delay time before each test step. The delay time range is 0ms~5000ms. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select DELAY item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the delay time.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting comp mode The comparison function settings of 1 to 15 steps can be performed separately. The comparison mode has measured values, tolerance values and tolerance %. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select COMP MODE item on the [LIST SET] page. 3.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Available options VALUE The measured values are compared. Select this mode, the NOMINAL field does not need to be set, just set the UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits. △ The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared. Absolute value (Δ) = measure value – nominal value Select this mode, the NOMINAL value and UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits must be set.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual △% The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared with the percentage of the NOMINAL value. Deviation percentages (Δ%) = Absolute value (Δ)/nominal value × 100% Select this mode, the NOMINAL value and UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits must be set. OFF Set up nominal/upper/ lower Turn off the comparator function 4. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select NOMINAL or UPPER and LOWER. 5. Use key pad to input value and unit.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Comparator result display UPPER Comparison of upper limit LOWER Comparison of lower limit 6. Press the LIST RUN function button on the right side of the LCD to enter [LIST RUN] page and press the Trigger button to run test. Comparator result is Pass in green color or Fail in red color.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting trigger mode List test step offers REPEAT and SINGLE and AUTO mode. When the part is tested manually, it is traditionally necessary to connect the object to be tested, and then press the TRIGGER button or use the foot switch to start the measurement. Sometimes the measurement result is wrong because it is not matched, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Switch to AUTO mode and use automatic trigger to measure, save time and accuracy. Steps 1.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Available parameter REPEAT The repeat trigger mode is an internal continuous test. Press the Trigger button to start all the steps of the LIST test, and repeat all the steps until the STOP function button on the right side of the LCD is pressed. SINGLE External trigger mode, including Manual/Handler/TRIGGER Input/Remote control mode. AUTO  Manual mode: The device performs a measurement once the Trigger button is pressed.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Off" . Reduce the waiting trigger time, with FAIL RETEST setting, suitable for manual testing. The mode status is displayed in the middle of the LCD.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting trigger delay Set the trigger delay time before each list test. The delay time range is 0ms~5000ms. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page, and then press the Setup button to enter [LIST MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select TRIGGER DELAY item on the [LIST MODE SETUP] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the delay time.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting OUTPUT IMPEDANCE The output impedance can be set to 25Ω or 100Ω. The varied signal source output impedance will lead to the varied current or the difference of measuring value. If selecting <25Ω>, then the voltage range is 10mV~1Vrms and the current range is 400µA~40mArms. If need to compare test results with Keysight select 100Ω. Steps 1.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting ALC The ALC (automatic level control) feature adjusts the voltage across the DUT or the current through the DUT to match the voltage/current level setting. Using this feature, you can try to ensure a constant signal level (voltage or current) is applied to the DUT. In situations when the actual measuring Vac or Iac goes beyond the extent that the ALC can regulate, a warning message, “ALC FAIL” Steps , will be shown at the bottom of the screen. 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting beep when When the comparison function setting is turned on, the value judgment result will be indicated by color, and the buzzer function can be set to use the sound to know the list test result. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page, and then press the Setup button to enter [LIST MODE SETUP] page. 2.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting range hold When RANGE HOLD is set to OFF, the instrument will use the automatic range to measure to get the correct amount. When RANGE HOLD is set to ON, use the correct part for the first measurement. The instrument will be fixed with the range used for the first measurement as the range position to be measured later, which can speed up the measurement. When RANGE HOLD is set to OFF, the automatic range will be restored for measurement.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting fail reset Using the AUTO mode for part testing saves time and accuracy, but sometimes the measurement results are wrong due to poor contact! You can use the FAIL RETEST function to re-measure when the contact is poor, so as to avoid the problem. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page, and then press the Setup button to enter [LIST MODE SETUP] page.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Setting statistics When the comparison function setting is on, the statistics function can be turned on to calculate the measurement quantity of PASS and FAIL. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page, and then press the Setup button to enter [LIST MODE SETUP] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select STSTISTICS item on the [LIST MODE SETUP] page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting bin sorting Choose to set the bin condition for each parameter, which can be divided into 2~9 classes. Bin methods include equalization, sequence, tolerance and random; limit value modes include measured values, tolerance values, and tolerance %. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Set up parameter 4. Use arrow keys to select PARAMETER item. 5. Use the SELECT option button on the right side of the LCD screen. Select the steps you want to perform the sorting. Set up bin number 6. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BIN NUMBER item. 7. Use key pad to input bin number value.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Set up bin method 8. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select BIN METHOD item. 9. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item. Available options Equal Sort by equally average. Set the high/low value. Sequential 112 Sort by order. Set each value.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Set up limit mode Tolerance Sort by order. Set each value. Random Sort by user. Set each range value. 10. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select LIMIT MODE. 11. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Available options VALUE The measured values are compared. Select this mode, the NOMINAL field does not need to be set, just set the UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits. △ The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared. Absolute value (Δ) = measure value – nominal value Select this mode, the NOMINAL value and UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits must be set.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) △% The difference between the measured value and the NOMINAL value is compared with the percentage of the NOMINAL value. Deviation percentages (Δ%) = Absolute value (Δ)/nominal value × 100% Select this mode, the NOMINAL value and UPPER and LOWER upper and lower limits must be set. 12. The LIST test BIN sort results below the LCD screen.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting FILE The list setup can be saved in the flash Memory of the instrument. The list mode allows the user to access 48 setup groups. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the LIST SET function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [LIST SET] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select FILE item on the [LIST SET] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select FILE item.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Available parameter RECALL load the files in the temporary files for testing NEW Open an empty file and setting the file name SAVE AS Save the test file in the RAM to another file. DELETE Delete the file, the file which is being used (red) cannot delete. Note The LCR-8200 uses the system's temporary files for testing. Use "RECALL" to load the files in the instrument memory into the temporary files of the system. The file font being used is red and cannot be deleted.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting USB disk USB disk can store list setup files and LCD screen images. Available types and file formats: USB disk type: Flash disk only. Format: FAT32 / exFAT. Max memory size: 128GB. Steps 1. Insert a USB disk for using as data recoding. The instrument will automatically detect the USB disk format. When it is available, the USB menu will pop up. 2. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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LIST (MULTI STEP MODE) Available options Save screen Save LCD screen images to USB disk. Path> USB:\LCR8200\SCREEN\SCNxxxx.B MP File management USB file management. Format USB drive Format the USB disk(FAT32) Path> USB:\LCR8200\LIST 119
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) In this chapter you will learn about all the correction settings. Correction process .......................................................... 121 Setting open .................................................................... 123 Setting short .................................................................... 125 Setting HF load ............................................................... 127 Setting spot load ....................................
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Correction process Prior to each measurement, the user needs to correction the fixture or test cable to eliminate stray capacitance and series impedance that may be generated by the fixture or test cable. Application when using LCR-8200 or changing a fixture in a new environment. Please check the test unit and the test fixture used for correct correction. The same correction parameters are used for meter mode and sweep mode and list mode. Steps 1. Go to the CORR. Correction page.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note The HF LOAD correction is not necessarily performed. Please refer to the test fixture using the operating manual and correct it according to the conditions. 7. Connect the STD-LOAD to the test fixture, and then perform HF LOAD correction. Note Note The SPOT LOAD correction is not necessarily performed. Please refer to the correction status and determine whether to perform SPOT LOAD correction.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting open For normal measurements, it is recommended that this item be executed. OPEN correction capability cancels errors due to the stray admittance in the test fixture. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select OPEN item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note The open correction is quite sensitive to noise both noise originating externally and induced noise. Therefore, if open correction fails, you should check the following points before starting the correction process again:  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly connected.  Check that not any test piece is connected to the test fixture or the test cables.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting short For normal measurements, it is recommended that this item be executed. The short correction compensates for any residual impedances, such as the impedance of the cables and the DUT connection points. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select SHORT item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note If short correction fails, you should check the following points before starting the correction process again:  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly connected.  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly shorted together with the shorting bar.  During the correction process, be sure not to disturb the fixture and the test cables or to move your hand near them.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting HF load This item does not necessarily need to be implemented. Some test fixtures have a standard LOAD, which can be performed with reference to the fixture instructions and requirements to perform LOAD (PHASE) compensation. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select HF LOAD item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note If HF load correction fails, you should check the following points before starting the correction process again:  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly connected.  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly shorted together with the STDLOAD.  During the correction process, be sure not to disturb the fixture and the test cables or to move your hand near them.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting spot load This item does not necessarily need to be implemented. If the OPEN/SHOR/LOAD compensation cannot make the measurement correct, you can perform SPOT LOAD compensation to let the instrument know the correct value through learning. Use the part with the known value as the standard value which will be recognized by the instrument during the test, the instrument will then shows this value in the test status. Steps 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note If SPOT LOAD correction fails, you should check the following points before starting the correction process again:  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly connected.  Check that the test fixture or the test cables are properly shorted together with the part.  During the correction process, be sure not to disturb the fixture and the test cables or to move your hand near them.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting cable length When using a wired test fixture, set the length according to the line length to compensate when OPEN/SHOT correction. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select CABLE LENGTH item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select the line length item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting fixture compensation If use a dedicated test fixture, select the corresponding option to do OPEN/SHORT/LOAD correction, which can increase the measurement accuracy. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select FIXTURE COMPENSATION item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting spot no. The SPOT LOAD compensation point can be set to a maximum of 16 points. If the test frequency and measurement parameters are not the same, you need to increase the SPOT set point. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select SPOT No. item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting frequency Set whether each SPOT LOAD point is turned on. To use it, set the measurement frequency. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select FREQUENCY item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select OFF or ON item. 4.
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting load function SPOT LOAD needs to set the real and imaginary values of the test part measurement parameters to obtain the correct phase angle and other calculation data. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select LOAD FUNCTION item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Note Load function: 、、、、、、、、、、、 Impedance is defined as, where the real part of impedance is the resistance R and the imaginary part is the reactance X 136
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CORRECTION (OPEN/SHORT) Setting reference Input the real part and imaginary part value with the part . Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select REFERENCE item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the real part (Ls) and imaginary part (Q) value.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Measure load The short correction compensates for any residual impedances, such as the impedance of the cables and the DUT connection points. Steps 1. Press the Measure button to enter [MEAS DISPLAY] page, and then press the CORR. function button on the right side of the LCD to enter the [CORRECTION] page. 2. Use arrow keys to move cursor and select LOAD FUNCTION item on the [CORRECTION] page. 3. Connect parts and test fixtures. 4.
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION In this section, user will learn how to set the parameters on SYSTEM CONFIG page. Setting GPIB address ......................................................140 Setting RS232 BAUD RATE .............................................141 Setting RS232 EOI ...........................................................142 Setting LAN PORT ..........................................................143 Setting HANDLER INTERFACE ......................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting GPIB address Set up the GPIB port address 1-30. Steps 1. Press System button at the top right of the LCD screen to enter the [SYSTEM CONFIG] setting page. 2. Use up and down arrow keys to select GPIB ADDRESS on this setting page. 3. Use the numeric keypad to enter the address number.
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Setting RS232 BAUD RATE Set the RS-232 port baud rate. The USB port is the same baud rate used in VCP mode. Steps 1. Press System button at the top right of the LCD screen to enter the [SYSTEM CONFIG] setting page. 2. Use up and down arrow keys to select RS232 BAUD RATE on this setting page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting RS232 EOI Set RS-232 command and return value the end of identify (EOI). Steps 1. Press System button at the top right of the LCD screen to enter the [SYSTEM CONFIG] setting page. 2. Use up and down arrow keys to select RS232 BAUD RATE on this setting page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Setting LAN PORT Set LAN port setting. Steps 1. Press System button at the top right of the LCD screen to enter the [SYSTEM CONFIG] setting page. 2. Use up and down arrow keys to select LAN SETUP on this setting page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item. Available parameter LAN SETUP setting OFF LAN port communication turn off ON LAN port communication turn on LAN SETUP LAN IP configures 4.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Available parameter AUTO setting MANUAL setting 144 AUTO Automatically obtains the IP address MANUAL Manually configures the IP address RESTART Reset the Ethernet card when new settings have been ready 5. The network line is inserted into the LAN port behind the machine, and the instrument reads the IP settings by automatically. 6. Set up IP address, subnet mask, gateway, DNS server.
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Setting HANDLER INTERFACE Set the handle interface to open and close state. Requires Handler I/O output, need to enable setting. Without I/O output, the interface circuit can be closed, which can save measurement processing time about 1-2ms. Steps 1. Press System button at the top right of the LCD screen to enter the [SYSTEM CONFIG] setting page. 2. Use up and down arrow keys to select HANDLER INTERFACE on this setting page. 3.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Setting KEY BEEP Set the response sound when the keypad is operated Steps 1. Press System button at the top right of the LCD screen to enter the [SYSTEM CONFIG] setting page. 2. Use up and down arrow keys to select KEY BEEP on this setting page. 3. Use option key on the right of the LCD screen to select a desired item.
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REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL This chapter describes basic configuration of remote control. Handler Overview .......................................................... 148 Terminal type...................................................................148 Terminal diagrams ..........................................................149 Universal terminal ...........................................................150 Meter mode (BIN off) terminal ......................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Handler Overview The device provides a full-featured handler interface that includes output signals of OK/NG and EOM, input signals of TRIG (activated by external trigger). Through this interface, the device can be easily controlled with the control components of user's system to complete automatic control functions.
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REMOTE CONTROL Terminal diagrams 149
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Universal terminal Pin# Name Logic 1 /EXT_TRIG I 2 /EOM O 3 /PASS O 4 /FAIL O 5 Trig Return 6 COM 7 COM Negative, Edge Negative, Level Negative, Level Negative, Level Signal Return Common ground Common ground 8 -- -- 9 -- 10 +5V out 11 -- 12 -- 14 /Ready 15 /Index 150 Description External trigger signal, pulse width ≥ 100μs ‘’End of all measurement’’ signal Pass signal of comparator Fail signal of comparator External Trigger Signal Return Com
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REMOTE CONTROL Meter mode (BIN off) terminal Pin# Name Logic 23 Negative, /PARA-1OK O Level Negative, /PARA-2OK O Level Negative, /PARA-3OK O Level Negative, /PARA-4OK O Level Negative, /PARA-1NG O Level Negative, /PARA-2NG O Level Negative, /PARA-3NG O Level Negative, /PARA-4NG O Level 24 -- -- 25 -- -- 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Description Comparator result Comparator result Comparator result Comparator result Comparator result Comparator result Comparator result Comparator result List mode (BIN o
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual 21 22 23 24 25 Level Negative, Comparator result /STEP-2NG O Level Negative, Comparator result /STEP-3NG O Level Negative, Comparator result /STEP-4NG O Level ---- -- Meter/List mode (BIN on) terminal Pin# Name 16 /BIN1 17 /BIN2 18 /BIN3 19 /BIN4 20 /BIN5 21 /BIN6 22 /BIN7 23 /BIN8 24 /BIN9 25 /BIN out 152 Logic Negative, O Level Negative, O Level Negative, O Level Negative, O Level Negative, O Level Negative, O Level Negative, O Level Negative, O Level N
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REMOTE CONTROL Electrical parameters Please set the Handler Interface ON in SYSTEM menu to enable remote control and set the dip switch to on (both switches are pulling down). The internal power output is 5V and 100mA at maximum.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Connection method for input circuit Note 154  Input signal: effective in Negative, Edge  PIN1 (trigger) + PIN5 (gnd) Start testing after short circuit, the shorting time must be greater than 100uS.
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REMOTE CONTROL Connection method for output circuit Note  Output signal: effective in Negative, Level  Maximum voltage: 30VDC  Maximum current: 30mA  The other output pins are photo coupler circuit, output signal is low level. The output is as a high resistance floating circuit when it without action.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual  To avoid damaging the interface, the voltage of power supply voltage can’t exceed the power requirements.  To avoid damaging the interface, please connect cable after the device is powered off.
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REMOTE CONTROL Configure Interface Overview The device uses the GPIB/ LAN/ RS-232/ USB interface to communicate with the computer to complete all devices’ functions. With standard SCPI commands, users can easily create various acquisition systems which are suitable for themselves. GPIB Interface The computer and the measuring instrument are connected with GPIB (General-Purpose Interface Bus) cable, and the Test Piece will be tested or trimmed on the computer through GPIB.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Configure GPIB Interface 24-pin block GPIB Pin Assignments Pin Definition Pin Definition 1 Dataline1 13 Dataline5 2 Dataline2 14 Dataline6 3 Dataline3 15 Dataline7 4 Dataline4 16 Dataline8 5 EOI 17 REN 6 DAV 18 Ground 7 NRFD 19 Ground 8 NDAC 20 Ground 9 IFC 21 Ground 10 SRQ 22 Ground 11 ATN 23 Ground 12 Shield 24 Signal ground LAN Interface 10/100 Base T Ethernet, 8 pins The instrument will be connected to the LAN (Local Area
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REMOTE CONTROL RS-232C Interface The RS-232 serial interface can be connected to the serial interface of a controller (PC or IPC) through a DB9 cable. Note  Use a GWINSTEK (null modem) DB-9 cable.  Cable length should not exceed 2 meters.  To avoid electrical shock, turn off the power when plugging and unplugging the DB-9 cable.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual USB Interface The device is equipped with built-in USB-232 interface which can directly virtualize the USB port as an RS232 port in the computer. This virtual port can perform the same functions as RS232 and use the same settings as the RS232 port. It supports USB2.0 and below version. The USB device port on the rear panel is used for remote control. The USB port is configured as CDC interface.
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REMOTE CONTROL Install USB Driver Background lnstall the USB driver The USB driver needs to be installed when using the USB port for remote control. The USB interface creates a virtual COM port when connected to a PC. Install the USB VCP Driver (zadig-2.4.exe) from the CD. Execute the Zadig program. Connect the Type A-B USB cable to the rear panel USB B port on the LCR8200Series. Connect the other end to the Type A port on the PC.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual The Zadig software will detect the LCR-8200, select CDC, and press “Install Driver” to install the driver. Successful installation. The LCR-8200 and the COM port that it is assigned to will now appear under the Ports (COM & LPT) node.
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REMOTE CONTROL  Please use the CD comes with the device to install. Click on the directory: USB VCP Drive  To avoid electrical shock, turn off the power when plugging and unplugging the DB9 cable.  If the driver installation is completed correctly, the number of USB serial port will be displayed.  You need to remember this port number because you will use it when programming.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual COMMAND OVERVIEW The Command overview chapter lists all programming commands in functional order as well as alphabetical order. The command syntax section shows you the basic syntax rules you have to apply when using commands. Command Syntax ........................................................... 165 Command error code ..................................................... 168 Command List ............................................................... 169 Commands .........
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COMMAND OVERVIEW Command Syntax Compatible Standard Command Structure IEEE488.2 Partial compatibility SCPI, 1994 Partial compatibility SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) commands follow a tree-like structure, organized into nodes. Each level of the command tree is a node. Each keyword in a SCPI command represents each node in the command tree. Each keyword (node) of a SCPI command is separated by a colon (:).
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Command Forms Query A query is a simple or compound command followed by a question mark (?). A parameter (data) is returned. Example :INPut:CFACtor? Commands and queries have two different forms, long and short. The command syntax is written with the short form of the command in capitals and the remainder (long form) in lower case. The commands can be written either in capitals or lower-case, just so long as the short or long forms are complete.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW 1. 2. Command header Space 3. Parameter 1 Common Type Description Input Parameters Boolean logic Example 0, 1 integers 0, 1, 2, 3 decimal numbers 0.1, 3.14, 8.5 floating point with exponent 4.5e-1, 8.25e+1 any of NR1, 2, 3 1, 1.5, 4.5e-1 [MIN] For commands, this will set the setting (Optional to the lowest value. This parameter parameter) can be used in place of any numerical parameter where indicated.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Command error code -100 -102 -108 -109 -113 -121 -128 -131 -211 -220 -222 -224 -230 -256 -340 -350 -363 -410 -420 168 // Command error // Syntax error // Parameter not allow (Too much parameters) // Missing parameter // Undefined header (query a command only command or query command missing '?') // Invalid character in number // Numeric data not allowed // Invalid suffix // Trigger ignored // Parameter error // Data out of range // Illegal parameter // Data corrupt or stale //
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COMMAND OVERVIEW Command List Command :STATus:OPERation:CONDition? ...................................................... 176 :STATus:OPERation:EVENt? ................................................................. 176 :STATus:OPERation:ENABle .................................................... 176 :STATus:OPERation:ENABle? ............................................................... 176 :STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition? ....................................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Measure Subsystem :MEASure:PARAmeter {OFF|RDC|LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B|E|U} ........ 181 :MEASure:PARAmeter? ......................................................................... 181 :MEASure:FREQuency ...................................... 181 :MEASure:FREQuency? ......................................................................... 181 :MEASure:SPEEd {MAXimum|FAST|MEDium|SLOW|SLOW2|0|1|2|3|4}182 :MEASure:SPEEd?.......................
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :MEASure:COMParator:MODE 188 :MEASure:COMParator:NOMinal .................... 188 :MEASure:COMParator:NOMinal? ....................................................... 188 :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER ............................. 189 :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER? ........................................................... 189 :MEASure:COMParator:LOWER ........................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual List Subsystem :LIST:STEP{1|2|3|4|…|14|15} ................................................................. 195 :LIST:STEP? ............................................................................................ 195 :LIST:PARAmeter {OFF|RDC|LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B} ............... 195 :LIST:PARAmeter? ................................................................................. 195 :LIST:FREQuency ..................................
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :LIST:TRIGger:DELay ...................................... 201 :LIST:TRIGger:DELay? ........................................................................... 201 :LIST:OIMPedance {100|25} ................................................................. 202 :LIST:OIMPedance? ............................................................................... 202 :LIST:ALC {OFF|ON|0|1} .......................................................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Sweep Subsystem :SWEep:TYPE {FREQuency|VAC|IAC} ................................................... 206 :SWEep:TYPE? ....................................................................................... 206 :SWEep:XAXis {LOGarithm|LINear} ..................................................... 206 :SWEep:XAXis? ...................................................................................... 206 :SWEep:XAXis:DATA? ............................................................
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:TRACA:YAXis {LOGarithm|LINear} ........................................ 213 :SWEep:TRACA:YAXis? .......................................................................... 213 :SWEep:TRACA:REFerence .............................................. 213 :SWEep:TRACA:REFerence? .................................................................. 213 :SWEep:TRACA:POSition {-10 ~ 16|MAXimun|MINimum} ................. 214 :SWEep:TRACA:POSition? ......................................
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Commands :STATus:OPERation:CONDition? Function： It queries the status of Operation Status Register. Description： Return data 0~65535 (Format is in ) :STATus:OPERation:EVENt? Function： It queries the status of Operation Event Register. Description： Return data 0~65535 (Format is in ) :STATus:OPERation:ENABle :STATus:OPERation:ENABle? Function： It sets or queries the status of Operation Enable Register.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :STATus:QUEStionable:EVENt? Function： It queries the status of Questionable Event Register. Description： Return data 0~65535 (Format is in ) :STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle :STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle? Function： It sets or queries the status Questionable Enable Register.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual *ESR? Function： It queries the status of Standard Event Status Register, clean the Register after executed. Description： Return data *IDN? Function： It queries the identification of the instrument. Description： Return data ,,, manufacturer model number serial number or 0 firmware revision *OPC Function：Set the OPC bit of the ESR register. *OPC? Function：When all operations are completed, 1 will be returned.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW *RST Function： It aborts all pending operations, and sets 8230 to meter mode with initial setups. Description： Initial Setups Parameters:Ls,Q,Z,θdeg FREQuency:1kHz LEVEL:1Vac SPEED:MED. TRIGger:REPEAT *SRE *SRE? Function： It sets or queries the status of Service Request Enable Register. Description： Set parameter 0~255 Set syntax *SRE 1 Query syntax *SRE? Return data 0~255 (Format is in ) *STB? Function： It queries the Status Byte Register.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual *TST Function：The response to this query is always 0. *TRG *TRG? :TRIGger :TRIGger? Function：It executes Trigger action. If using *TRG? and :TRIGger, it executes Trigger action and returms test data. :DISPlay:PAGE{MEASure|SWEep|CORRection|LSET|LRUN|LCOR Rection|SYSTem} :DISPlay:PAGE? Function： It sets or queries the page currently displayed on the LCD screen.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW MEASure Subsystem :MEASure:PARAmeter {OFF|RDC|LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B|E|U} :MEASure:PARAmeter? Function： It sets or queries the measurement parameter (max.4 items) at present.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :MEASure:FREQuency MINimum Query syntax :MEASure:FREQuency? Return data 1.000000E+03 (Format is in ) :MEASure:SPEEd {MAXimum|FAST|MEDium|SLOW|SLOW2|0|1|2|3|4} :MEASure:SPEEd? Function： It sets or queries the SPEED.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW RO (output impedance) is setting 25Ω, the setup value of AC voltage is {0.01~1|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :MEASure:VOLTage:AC 1 :MEASure:VOLTage:AC 1M :MEASure:VOLTage:AC 1MV :MEASure:VOLTage:AC 1E-3 :MEASure:VOLTage:AC MAXimum :MEASure:VOLTage:AC MINimum Query syntax :MEASure:VOLTage:AC? Return data 1.000000E+00 (Format is in ) When the Level setup is current mode, the data returns 9.9E37.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :MEASure:ALC {OFF|ON|0|1} :MEASure:ALC? Function： It sets or queries the ALC. Description： Query syntax :MEASure:ALC? Return data When the setup is OFF, it returns 0. When the setup is ON, it returns 1. :MEASure:SMONitor {0|1|OFF |ON} :MEASure:SMONitor? Function： It sets or queries the DISPLAY Vm/Im Description： Query syntax :MEASure: SMONitor? Return data When the setup is OFF, it returns 0. When the setup is ON, it returns 1.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :MEASure:AVERage :MEASure:AVERage? Function： It sets or queries the AVERAGE. Description： Set parameter The value of the Average is {0~64} Set syntax :MEASure:AVERageage 10 Query syntax :MEASure:AVERageage? Return data 10 (Format is in ) :MEASure:FONT {SMALl|LARGe} :MEASure:FONT? Function： It sets or queries the FONT SIZE.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :MEASure:DELay :MEASure:DELay? Function： It sets or queries the AC/DC DELAY. Description： Set parameter The value of delay timei s { 0.0~5|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :MEASure:DELay 0.5 :MEASure:DELay 500M :MEASure:DELay 500MS :MEASure:DELay 5E-3 :MEASure:DELay MAXimum :MEASure:DELayMINimum Query syntax :MEASure:DELay? Return data 0.500 (Format is in ) :MEASure:TRIGger:MODE {REPeat|0|SINGle|1|} Function： It sets or queries the TRIGGER MODE.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :MEASure:RANGe:AC {1|2|3|4|AUTO|HOLD} Function： It sets or queries the AC RANGE. Description： Set parameter {1|2|3|4|AUTO|HOLD} Set syntax :MEASure:RANGe:AC 3 :MEASure:RANGe:AC AUTO Query syntax :MEASure:RANGe:AC Return data 3 (Format is in ) :MEASure:OIMPedance {100|25} :MEASure:OIMPedance? Function： It sets or queries the RO.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :MEASure:COMParator:STATe {OFF|ON|0|1} :MEASure:COMParator:STATe? Function： It sets or queries the COMP enabled/disabled. Description：:MEASure:COMParator:STATe? Return data When the setup is OFF, it returns 0. When the setup is ON, it returns 1. :MEASure:COMParator:MODE Function： It sets or queries the COMP MODE.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER? Function： It sets or queries the UPPER. Description： Set syntax :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER 1 :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER1000M :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER 1E+00 Query syntax :MEASure:COMParator:UPPER? Return data 1.000000E+00 (Format is in ) :MEASure:COMParator:LOWER Function： It sets or queries the LOWER.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :MEASure:BIN:PARAmeter {OFF|RDC|LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B|E|U} :MEASure:BIN:PARAmeter? Function： It sets or queries the BIN Parameter. Description： Set syntax :MEASure:BIN:PARAmeter Z(only allow the parameter which is being used under the meter mode.) Query syntax :MEASure:PARAmeter? Return data Z(Format is in ) :MEASure:BIN:NUMBer {2|3|4|5|6|7|8|9|MAXium|MINimum} :MEASure:BIN:NUMBer? Function： It sets or queries the BIN NUMBER.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :MEASure:BIN:MODE :MEASure:BIN:MODE? Function： It sets or queries the BIN MODE. Description： Set parameter ABSolute,0|DEViation,1|PERCent,2 Set syntax :MEASure:BIN:MODE DEViation Query syntax :MEASure:BIN:MODE:MODE? Return data DEV(Format is in ) :MEASure:BIN:NOMinal :MEASure:BIN:NOMinal? Function： It sets or queries the BIN NOMINAL.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :MEASure:FILE:LOAD? Function： It queries the meter mode's filename which is being using.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW be displayed when the bin function is disabled. -1 – bin out, not in the categorization number 1 ~ 9 – bin number, the categorization result is 1~9. para compare status 1-4 Measuring comparison result: If any parameter comparison function is enabled, then the comparison result will be displayed for all of the parameters. 0 – No comparison 1 – Parameter comparison result OK 2 – Parameter comparison result NG Multi-step Test Mode Value transmit mode under Multi-step Test Mode.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :CORRection:SHORt :CORRection:SHORt? Function： It sets or queries to do short correction. Description： Query syntax :CORRection:SHORt? Return data When correction fail, it returns 0. When correction passes, it returns 1. :CORRection:OPEN:STATe {OFF|ON|0|1} :CORRection:OPEN:STATe? Function： It sets or queries the status of open correction. Description： Query syntax :CORRection:OPEN:STATe? Return data When the setup is OFF, it returns 0. When the setup is ON, it returns 1.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW LIST Subsystem :LIST:STEP{1|2|3|4|…|14|15} :LIST:STEP? Function： It sets or queries the step to edit. Description： Set parameter step number1~15 Set syntax :LIST:STEP 1 Query syntax :LIST:STEP? Return data 1(Format is in ) :LIST:PARAmeter {OFF|RDC|LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B} :LIST:PARAmeter? Function： It sets or queries the measurement parameter of list mode.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :LIST:FREQuency 1KHZ :LIST:FREQuency 1E3 :LIST:FREQuency MAXimum :LIST:FREQuencyMINimum Query syntax :LIST:FREQuency? Return data 1.000000E+03(Format is in :LIST:VOLTage? Function： It sets or queries the measurement voltage of list mode. Description： Set parameter When RO(output impedance) is 100Ω, the setup range of AC voltage is {0.01~2|MAXimum|MINimum}. When RO(output impedance) is setting 25Ω, the setup range of AC voltage is {0.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW current is {0.0002~0.04|MAXimum|MINimum}. The range of DC current is {0.0002~0.04|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :LIST:CURRent 1 :LIST:CURRent 1M :LIST:CURRent 1MA :LIST:CURRent 1E-3 :LIST:CURRent MAXimum :LIST:CURRentMINimum Query syntax :LIST:CURRent? Return data 1.000000E+00 (Format is in ) When the Level setup is current mode, the data returns 9.9E37. :LIST:SPEEd {MAXimum|FAST|MEDium|SLOW|SLOW2|0|1|2|3|4} :LIST:SPEEd? Function： It sets or queries the SPEED of list mode.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :LIST:DELayMINimum Query syntax :LIST:DELay? Return data 0.500 (Format is in ) :LIST:COMParator:MODE Function： It sets or queries the COMP MODE of list mode.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :LIST:COMParator:LOWER :LIST:COMParator:LOWER? Function： It sets or queries the LOWER of list mode. Description： Set syntax :LIST:COMParator:LOWER -1 :LIST:COMParator:LOWER -1000M :LIST:COMParator:LOWER -1E+00 Query syntax :LIST:COMParator:LOWER? Return data -1.000000E+00 (Format is in ) :LIST:BIN:PARAmeter {OFF|RDC|LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B|} :LIST:BIN:PARAmeter? Function： It sets or queries the BIN Parameter of list mode.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :LIST:BIN:METHod {EQUal|SEQuential|TOLerance|RANDom|0|1|2|3} :LIST:BIN:METHod? Function： It sets or queries the BIN METHOD of list mode. Description： Set parameter EQUal,0| SEQuential,1|TOLerance,2 |RANDom,3 Set syntax :LIST:BIN:METHod SEQ Query syntax :LIST:BIN:METHod? Return data SEQ (Format is in ) :LIST:BIN:MODE :LIST:BIN:MODE? Function： It sets or queries the BIN MODE of list mode.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :LIST:BIN:LIMit :LIST:BIN:LIMit? Function： It sets or queries the BIN LIMIT of list mode. Description： Set syntax :LIST:BIN:BIN:LIMit 0.001,100M,1k,1000k Query syntax :LIST:BIN:BIN:LIMit? Return data +1.000000E-03, +1.000000E-01, +1.000000E+03, +1.000000E+06 (Format is in ) :LIST:TRIGger:MODE {REPeat|SINGle|AUTO} :LIST:TRIGger:MODE? Function： It sets or queries the TRIGGER MODE of list mode.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :LIST:OIMPedance {100|25} :LIST:OIMPedance? Function： It sets or queries the RO of list mode. Description： Query syntax :LIST:OIMPedance? Return data 100|25 (Format is in ) :LIST:ALC {OFF|ON|0|1} Function： It sets or queries the ALC of list mode. Description： Query syntax :LIST:ALC? Return data When the setup is OFF, it returns 0. When the setup is ON, it returns 1.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW the most suitable test range is set automatically. Set syntax :LIST:RANGe AUTO :LIST:RANGe 1 Query syntax :LIST:RANGe? Return data AUTO |HOLD (Format is in ) :LIST:RETest {OFF|STEP|ALL|0|1|2} :LIST:RETest? Function： It sets or queries the FAIL RETEST of list mode. Description： Set parameter It retests continuously until the test result is pass, when the test result is fail. If selecting , it doesn’t execute this function.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Query syntax :LCORrection:OPEN? Return data When correction fail, it returns 0. When correction passes, it returns 1. :LCORrection:SHORt :LCORrection:SHORt? Function： It sets or queries to do the short correction of list mode. Description： Query syntax :LCORrection:SHORt? Return data When correction fail, it returns 0. When correction passes, it returns 1.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :LCORrection:CABLe {0|0.75|1|2} :LCORrection:CABLe? Function： It sets or queries the status of cable length correction. Description： Query syntax :LCORrection:CABLe? Return data 0|0.75|1|2 :LIST:FILE:LOAD Function： It loads the list file. Description： Set syntax :MEASure:FILE:LOAD ABC.(Load the file “ABC”) :LIST:FILE:LOAD? Function： It queries the list mode's filename which is being using.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual SWEep Subsystem :SWEep:TYPE {FREQuency|VAC|IAC} :SWEep:TYPE? Function： It sets or queries the sweep type. Description： Set parameter FREQuency | VAC(voltage) |IAC(current) Set syntax :SWEep:TYPE FREQuency Query syntax :LIST:RETest? Return data FREQ | VAC | IAC (Format is in ) :SWEep:XAXis {LOGarithm|LINear} :SWEep:XAXis? Function： It sets or queries the XAXIS.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:STARt :SWEep:STARt? Function： It sets or queries the START. Description： Set parameter The start value of frequency is {10.0~30000000.0|MAXimum|MINimum}. The start value of voltage AC RO 100Ω is {0.01~2|MAXimum|MINimum}. The start value of voltage AC RO 25Ω is {0.01~1|MAXimum|MINimum}. The start value of current AC RO 100Ω is {0.0002~0.02|MAXimum|MINimum}. The start value of current AC RO 25Ω is {0.0002~0.04|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :SWEep:STARt 0.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual {0.0002~0.02|MAXimum|MINimum}. The stop value of current AC RO 25Ω is {0.0002~0.04|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :SWEep:STARt 0.5 :SWEep:STARt 500M :SWEep:STARt 5E-3 :SWEep:STARt MAXimum :SWEep:STARt MINimum Query syntax :SWEep:STARt? Return data +5.000000E-01(Format is in ) :SWEep:FREQuency :SWEep:FREQuency? Function： It sets or queries the FREQ, when the TYPE setup is VAC or IAC. Description： Set parameter The value of frequency is {10.0~30000000.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:VOLTage :SWEep:VOLTage? Function： It sets or queries the LEVEL to voltage mode, when the TYPE setup is FREQ. Description： Set parameter The value of voltage AC RO 100Ω is {0.01~2|MAXimum|MINimum}. The value of voltage AC RO 25Ω is {0.01~1|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :SWEep:VOLTage 1 :SWEep:VOLTage 1M :SWEep:VOLTage 1MV :SWEep:VOLTage 1E-3 :SWEep:VOLTage MAXimum :SWEep:VOLTage MINimum Query syntax :SWEep:VOLTage? Return data 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :SWEep:CURRent MAXimum :SWEep:CURRentMINimum Query syntax :SWEep:CURRent? Return data 1.000000E+03(Format is in ) When the LEVEL setup is not current mode, the data returns 9.9E37. :SWEep:TRIGger:MODE :SWEep:TRIGger:MODE? Function： It sets or queries the sweep trigger mode.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:TRACe {A|B} :SWEep:TRACe? Function： It sets or queries which trace is in use. Description： Set syntax :SWEep:TRACe A Querysyntax :SWEep:TRACe? Return data A | B (Format is in ) :SWEep:FUNCtion {LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B,OFF|LS|LP|CS|CP |Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B } :SWEep:FUNCtion? Function： It sets or queries the sweep function. Description： Set parameter The comma is placed between the two parameters. The first parameter cannot set to OFF.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :SWEep:DELay :SWEep:DELay? Function： It sets or queries the sweep delay between measurement points. Description： Set parameter The value of delay time is {0.0~5|MAXimum|MINimum}. Set syntax :SWEep:DELay 0.5 :SWEep:DELay 500M :SWEep:DELay 500MS :SWEep:DELay 5E-3 :SWEep:DELay MAXimum :SWEep:DELayMINimum Query syntax :SWEep:DELay? Return data 0.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:TRACA:PARAmeter {LS|LP|CS|CP|Q|D|RS|RP|Z|DEG|RAD|R|X|Y|G|B|} :SWEep:TRACA:PARAmeter? Function： It sets or queries the parameter of TRACE A Description： Set parameter The first parameter cannot be set to OFF. Set syntax :SWEep:TRACA:PARAmeter Z Query syntax :SWEep:TRACA:PARAmeter? Return data Z(Format is in ) :SWEep:TRACA:YAXis {LOGarithm|LINear} :SWEep:TRACA:YAXis? Function： It sets or queries the Y-AXIS of TRACE A.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :SWEep:TRACA:POSition {-10 ~ 16|MAXimun|MINimum} :SWEep:TRACA:POSition? Function： It sets or queries the position of TRACE A. Description： Set parameter {-10 ~ 16|MAXimun|MINimum} Set syntax :SWEep:TRACA:POSition -3 Query syntax :SWEep:TRACA:POSition? Return data -3 (Format is in ) :SWEep:TRACA:DIVision :SWEep:TRACA:DIVision? Function： It sets or queries the division of TRACE A.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:TRACA:MAXimun? Function： It queries the maximum of TRACE A. Description： Query syntax :SWEep:TRACA:MAXimun? Return data +2.230924E+06,+3.221517E-03. :SWEep:TRACA:MINimum? Function： It queries the minimum of TRACE A. Description： Query syntax :SWEep:TRACA:MINimum? Return data +2.310130E+06,-3.446227E-03 (Format is in ). :SWEep:TRACA:RESult? Function： It queries all of the value data of TRACE A. Description： Query syntax :SWEep:TRACA: RESult? Return data +2.218913E-04,+2.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :SWEep:TRACB:YAXis {LOGarithm|LINear} :SWEep:TRACB:YAXis? Function： It sets or queries the Y-AXIS of TRACE A. Description： Set parameter LOGarithm | LINear Set syntax :SWEep:TRACB:YAXis LOGarithm Query syntax :SWEep:TRACB:YAXis? Return data LOG | LIN (Format is in ) :SWEep:TRACB:REFerence :SWEep:TRACB:REFerence? Function： It sets or queries the reference value of TRACE B. Description： Set parameter The value can be set when Y-AXIS setup is linear mode.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:TRACB:DIVision :SWEep:TRACB:DIVision? Function： It sets or queries the DIV of TRACE B. Description： Set parameter The numeric value can only be set to 1, 2, 5 and 10(when Y-axis setup is linear mode). Set syntax :SWEep:TRACB:DIVision 2k Query syntax :SWEep:TRACB:DIVision? Return data 2.000000E+03 (Format is in ) :SWEep:TRACB:DECade {1~12} :SWEep:TRACB:DECade? Function： It sets or queries the DECADE of TRACE B.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual :SWEep:TRACB:MINimum? Function： It queries the minimum of TRACE B and corresponding frequency | voltage | current. Description： Query syntax :SWEep:TRACB:MINimum? Return data +2.310130E+06,-3.446227E-03 (Format is in ).The first data is the corresponding frequency | voltage | current. The second data is the minimum. :SWEep:TRACB:RESult? Function： It queries all of the value data of TRACE B. Description： Query syntax :SWEep:TRACB: RESult? Return data +2.218913E-04,+2.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW :SWEep:ANALysis:RESult? Function： It queries all of the value data and corresponding frequency | voltage | current of TRACE A and TRACE B. Description： Query syntax :SWEep:ANALysis:RESult? Return data +1.000000E+03 , +2.212126E-04 , +1.398695E+00 , +1.035500E+03 , +2.209532E-04 , +1.446218E+00…(Format is in ). It uploads the TRACE A data at the beginning. It start uploading TRACE B data when finish uploading TRACE A data.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual APPENDIX Preset ............................................................................ 221 Specifications ................................................................ 223 General Specifications .................................................... 223 Specifications .................................................................. 224 Dimensions ................................................................... 230 Declaration of Conformity ..........................
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APPENDIX Preset The following are the default settings for the RESET on the Meter/Sweep/List setup page. METER MODE (Applicable to create a new meter file) MEAS DISPLAY Parameter 1 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Parameter 4 Frequency Level/RO/ALC Speed TRIGER MODE BIAS RANGE COMPARATOR BIN MEASURE MODE SETUP TRIGGER DELAY AC/DC DELAY AVERAGE DISPLAY Vm/Im BEEP WHEN STATISTICS Default Setting Ls Q Z Deg 1.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual FUNCTION Z-Deg TRACE A PARAMETER Y-AXIS REFERENCE POSITION DECADE Z LOG.
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APPENDIX Specifications Below are the basic conditions required to operate the LCR-8200 series within specifications.  Calibration: Yearly  Reset adjustment: Perform correction before testing  The specifications Apply when it warmed up for at least 60 minutes.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Average V/I Monitor File Storage Comparator Handler Buzzer Trigger Interface Programming language 1 to 64 Vac, Iac, Vdc, Idc Meter: 99 sets, List: 48 sets Value, △, △% PASS, FAIL and OK, NG or BIN 1-9 OFF, Pass, Fail REPEAT, SINGLE USB/GPIB/LAN/RS-232/Handler/USB Host/TRIGGER Input SCPI Specifications Frequency LCR-8230 LCR-8220 LCR-8210 LCR-8205 Accuracy Range and Resolution DC, 10Hz~30MHz DC, 10Hz~20MHz DC, 10Hz~10MHz DC, 10Hz~5MHz 0.0007%±0.1Hz Range 10.0000 ~ 99.
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APPENDIX θDEG ± 0.00000μS to 999.999kS ± 0.000° to180.000° θRAD ± 0.00000 to 3.14159 Δ% DCR ± 0.000% to 999.999% 0.00mΩ to 99.9999MΩ G, B Voltage Signal Level Range Resolution Accuracy Current Signal Level Range Resolution Accuracy *f: Measure frequency [MHz] 10mV ~ 2Vrms (f≦ 1 MHz) 10mV ~ 1Vrms (f> 1MHz or f≦ 1 MHz and RO=25Ω) 1mV 4-Terminal test fixture ± [(10+0.05×f)%+1mV] Cable length > 0m ± [(15+0.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Signal Level Accuracy Output Impedance DC Bias Range Resolution Accuracy Measurement Speed Display Time 226 DC 1V, 40mA max ±1% 25Ω (nominal) 0 to ± 12 V 1 mV ±(0.3% ± 2mV) Max: 2.5ms (>10kHz) Fast: 50ms (>20Hz) Medium: 100ms Slow: 300ms Slow2: 600ms 1.6 ~ 5.
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APPENDIX Accuracy Conditions of accuracy: All specifications apply at 23 ± 5 °C, and 60 minutes after the instrument has been turned on.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Ae accuracy If the test conditions are not normal standard, additional calculations are required. Ae = ±( Ab + Az + Av + Ad ) × Kc × Kt [%] Ab Az Measurement Frequency:.………………………..…….F[Hz], Fm[MHz] Ab=0.08+(200/F-1) × 0.0222 …………………..……………..(F<200Hz) Ab=0.08 ……………………………………….……...(200Hz≤F≤500kHz) Ab=0.08+(Fm-0.5) x 0.0472 ……………………………….…(F>500kHz) Impedance Range [Ω] :.…………………..…………….F[Hz], Fm[MHz] Zx≤100Ω: Zx: measurement value of Z Az=(100/Zx-1) x 0.
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APPENDIX Kt Temperature [°C] Kt=4 ...................................................................................... (8-18°C) Kt=1+(T-23)² x 0.0139 .................................................. (18-28°C) Kt=4 .................................................................................... (28-38°C) Measure parameter accuracy |Z|, |Y| ±Ae [%], Where Relative accuracy Ae= ±(Ab+Az+Av+Ad) × Kc × Kt [%] θ ±Ae/100 [rad] L, C, X, B ±Ae [%] ……………………………………………………………….(Dx≤0.1) ±Ae×√(1+Dx2) [%]….
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Dimensions 230
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APPENDIX Declaration of Conformity We GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Measurement Basics To measure capacitance, inductance and resistance user can select series or parallel mode.
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APPENDIX R (Resistance) : Series mode： Parallel mode： Parallel mode Equations： Series mode Equations：  Rp   Rs   2  1 Q  Rp  Rs 1  Q 2 Q = Quality Factor Q = Quality Factor   Resistance (R) and Conductance (G) The resistance is a measure of the difficulty to pass an electric current through that conductor. The SI unit of resistance is the “ohm” (Ω). The inverse quantity is electrical conductance, and this is the ease with which an electric current passes through a circuit.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Conductance (G): Measure Type：Parallel mode→ Gp(Conductance is measuring by parallel mode only.
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APPENDIX Capacitance (C) Capacitance (denoted by the letter C) is the ability of a body to store an electrical charge at a given potential difference between its plates. The SI unit of capacitance is the farad (symbol: F).
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Inductance (L) Inductance is the property of an electrical conductor by which a change in current through it induces an electromotive force (EMF) in both the conductor itself and in any nearby conductors by mutual inductance. In the SI system, the measurement unit for inductance is the Henry (with the unit symbol H).
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APPENDIX Reactance (X) and Susceptance (B) In AC circuit analysis, reactance is represented by the capital letter “X” which is the imaginary a part of complex impedance. Reactance is the opposition of a circuit element to a change in the current or voltage, due to that element's inductance or capacitance which is similar to the opposition of resistance to current in a DC circuit. In an AC circuit (e.g.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Susceptance (B): Measure Type：Parallel mode→ Bp (Reactance is measuring by parallel mode only.
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APPENDIX Impedance (Z) and Admittance (Y) The impedance covers oppositions in AC circuits including resistance, inductance, and capacitance and is measured in units of Ohm (Ω). In electrical engineering, admittance covers both conductance and susceptance and is the reciprocal of impedance. It is measured in units of Siemens (S).
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Admittance (Y): Relevant Equations： Y  I 1  E Z Yp  G  jB  G  jC  G  Ys  Yp  GB G 2  B2  G 2  B2  G p  Y cos  B p  Y sin  240 j L
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APPENDIX Quality factor (Q) and Dissipation factor (D) The quality factor measures energies consumed by relative frequency. In general, the better a circuit's quality factor the better its selectivity. The dissipation factor is the reciprocal of quality factor. It is the signal angle loss by a capacitor (or inductor) and acting frequency at a fixed temperature. Phase shifts caused by time lag between an externally applied voltage and current generated may result in loss of current and energy dissipation.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Quality factor (Q): Relevant Equations： Q Q Q Rp L p Ls Rs  C p RP series R , L , C values  1 C s Rs series R , L , C values   1 1   D tan90    Dissipation factor (D): Relevant Equations： D D Rs  C s Rs Ls Gp C p  L p G p D  tan90      242 1 Q
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APPENDIX Phase angle (θ) This is the shift angle when measuring impedance (Z), admittance (Y), quality factor (Q) and dissipation factor (D).
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Overall Impedance Measurement Theory The simplified model of the 8230 impedance measurement, Vs is the test signal voltage and RO is source resistance. If the current across the DUT is I when a test signal voltage V is applied, the DUT's impedance, Z, is expressed by Z = . Impedance, Z, contains real and imaginary parts. The figure shows vector representation of impedance as follow.
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APPENDIX Impedance, Z, can also be expressed as admittance, Y. Admittance is expressed in terms of impedance, Z, by Y = . For parallel connected circuits, it is better to use admittance, Y.
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual The 8230 measures a DUT's impedance, Z, which is a vector value, and gives the result using the following equivalent circuits.
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APPENDIX Lp : Parallel Inductance Ls : Series Inductance Q : Quality factor Cp : Parallel Capacitance Cs : Series Capacitance D : Dissipation factor 247
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual Characteristics Example As can be seen in the following figure, a component can have different effective parameter values dependent upon its operating condition. The measured values most useful in actual applications are obtained from precise measurement under the actual operating conditions.
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APPENDIX Large L Lp-G Lp-D Lp-Q G-B Y-∠θ Small L Ls-Rs Ls-D Ls-Q R-X |Z|-∠θ Dut Characteristics Example Measurement Functions Large R Cp-G G-B Y-∠θ Small R Ls-Rs R-X |Z|-∠θ 249
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LCR-8000 Series User Manual High and low impedance criteria The following criteria can be used to roughly discriminate between low, middle, and high impedances by following figure. The medium Z range may be covered with an extension of either the low Z or high Z range. These criteria differ somewhat, depending on the frequency and component type.