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BK Precision 880 User Manual

BK Precision 880
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Model 880
Dual Display LCR METER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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BK Precision 880 Specifications

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BrandBK Precision
Model880
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Summary and Ratings

Category Rating Definitions

Defines safety category ratings based on electrical energy available and voltage impulses.

Electrical Power and Battery Safety

Electrical Power Requirements

Specifies power requirements and voltage usage for the instrument.

Battery Replacement Guidelines

Instructions and warnings for replacing the instrument's batteries.

Instrument Handling and Cleaning Precautions

Handling Damaged Instruments and Cleaning

Procedures for handling damaged instruments and cleaning the device safely.

Operational Restrictions and Safety Warnings

Operational Restrictions and Fuse Replacement

Warnings about critical applications, live circuits, and fuse replacement.

Servicing and ESD Sensitivity

Servicing, Modifications, and ESD Sensitivity

Guidelines for servicing, unauthorized modifications, and ESD sensitivity.

Shipment and Handling Recommendations

Shipment and Handling

Recommendations for shipping and handling the instrument.

Safety Guidelines

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines for using the device safely.

Safety Symbols

Safety Symbol Explanations

Explains various safety symbols used in the manual.

Compliance and Environmental Information

Compliance Statements and Environmental Data

Details on WEEE disposal, compliance, and environmental operating conditions.

Introduction and Package Contents

Introduction to the LCR Meter

Overview of the B&K Precision 880 LCR meter and its capabilities.

Package Contents List

Lists all items included with the LCR meter model.

Front Panel Overview

Display and Button Descriptions

Describes the front panel display elements and button operations.

LCD Display Overview

LCD Display Descriptions

Detailed explanation of various indicators and segments on the LCD display.

Special Display Indicators

Special Indicator Explanations

Explains special indicators like errors, calibration, and fuse status.

Test Port Description

Test Port Connections

Describes the different test ports and their connections for measurements.

Powering the Instrument

Installing the Battery

Step-by-step guide for installing the battery into the instrument.

Connecting External Power Source

External Power Connection

Instructions for connecting an external AC adapter to power the instrument.

Battery Status and Backlight Control

Low Battery Indicator

Explains the low battery indicator and its meaning.

Backlight Operation

How to use and control the LCD backlight for visibility.

Powering Modes and Charging Circuit

Battery and External Power Usage

Details on battery/external power usage.

Charging Circuit Details

Details on the instrument's battery charging process.

Operation Instructions

Data Hold Function

How to freeze and hold the measured value on the display.

Data Record Mode

Using the mode for recording maximum, minimum, and average values.

Static Recording Operations

Static Recording Procedures

How to enable, use, and exit static recording modes.

Calibration Procedures

Open and Short Calibration

Procedures for performing open and short calibration for accuracy.

Primary Parameter Selection

Selecting Primary Measurement Parameters

How to select primary measurement parameters like L, C, R, Z.

Secondary Parameter Selection

Secondary Parameter Selection

How to select secondary parameters like D, Q, Theta, ESR.

Auto Detect Mode Operation

Auto LCR Detection Functionality

Functionality and usage of the auto LCR detection mode.

Test Frequency and Voltage Levels

Test Frequency Selection

How to select and change the test frequency for measurements.

Test Voltage Level Selection

How to select different AC signal test voltage levels.

Measurement Rate and Modes

Measurement Rate Options

Options for fast and slow measurement rates.

Series vs. Parallel Measurement Modes

How to select between parallel and series measurement modes.

Tolerance Mode Setup

Tolerance Range Configuration

Configuring the selectable tolerance percentage ranges.

Setup Tolerance Mode

Tolerance Mode Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide to configure and activate tolerance mode.

Disabling Tolerance Mode

Disabling Tolerance Mode

How to exit or disable the tolerance mode.

Utility Menu Navigation

Entering and Configuring Utility Menu

How to access and navigate the instrument's utility menu.

Utility Menu Options and Settings

Detailed Utility Menu Options

Details on specific menu options like DCR delay, beep sound, auto power-off.

Resetting to Default Settings

Reset Default Settings Procedure

Procedure to reset the instrument to its factory default settings.

Battery Voltage Indicator and Menu Exit

Battery Voltage Indicator

How to check the battery voltage status.

Exiting the Utility Menu

Methods for saving or discarding changes when exiting the utility menu.

Saving Settings and USB Operations

Saving Utility Menu Settings

How to save changes and exit the utility menu.

Exiting Utility Menu Without Saving

How to exit the utility menu without saving changes.

USB Connection for Remote Communication

Information on USB connection for remote communication.

Automatic Fuse Detection

Fuse Detection and Error Indicator

How the instrument detects and indicates a blown fuse.

Quick Start Guide

Inductance Measurement Procedure

Step-by-step guide to measure inductance.

Capacitance Measurement Procedure

Capacitance Measurement Steps

Step-by-step guide for measuring capacitance.

AC Resistance Measurement Procedure

AC Resistance Measurement Steps

Step-by-step guide for measuring AC resistance.

DCR Measurement Procedure

DCR Measurement Steps

Step-by-step guide for measuring DCR.

Impedance Measurement Procedure

Impedance Measurement Steps

Step-by-step guide for measuring impedance.

Remote Communication Setup

Connecting Instrument to PC

Instructions for establishing a connection between the meter and a PC.

USB Configuration and Operation Modes

USB (Virtual COM) Configuration

Settings for virtual COM port configuration over USB.

USB Operation Modes (Remote & Auto Fetching)

Explains remote and auto fetching modes for USB communication.

Command Protocols Overview

Command Protocols Overview

General information on command types, formats, and SCPI.

Communication Message and Data Formats

Responding Messages Format

Format of messages returned by the instrument.

Data Types in Responses

Explanation of different data types used in communication responses.

Command Reference

Common SCPI Commands

Description of common SCPI commands like *IDN?, *LLO, *GTL, *TRG.

SCPI Command Subsystems

SCPI Command Subsystems Details

Details on FREQuency, VOLTage, and FUNCtion subsystems.

CALCulate Subsystem Commands

CALCulate Subsystem Commands

Commands related to tolerance and recording functions.

FETCH Subsystem Command

FETCH Subsystem Command

Command for fetching measurement results.

Summary of SCPI Commands

SCPI Commands Summary Table

A table summarizing all supported SCPI commands.

Error Codes

Error Code Explanations

List and explanation of error codes displayed by the instrument.

Supplemental Information

Selecting Test Frequency

Recommendations for selecting optimal test frequencies for measurements.

Frequency Guidance for Capacitance and Inductance

Capacitance and Inductance Frequency Guidance

Guidance on test frequency for capacitance and inductance measurements.

Series vs. Parallel Measurement Modes

Mode Selection for Capacitance and Inductance

Recommendations for parallel/series mode for capacitance and inductance.

Accuracy Discrepancies and Guard Terminal

Accuracy Discrepancies Notes

Notes on potential inaccuracies in measurements for various components.

Guard Terminal Functionality

Explanation of the guard terminal's purpose and usage.

Measurement Specifics and Tables

Capacitance Measurement Details

Specifics on measuring capacitance and dissipation factor.

Inductance Measurement Details

Specifics on measuring inductance and quality factor.

Resistance Measurement Details

Resistance Measurement Details

Details on AC resistance measurement and its considerations.

Specifications Overview

General Specifications

Table of general technical specifications for the 880 LCR meter.

Accuracy Specifications and Testing Conditions

Accuracy Specifications

Detailed accuracy specifications and conditions for measurements.

Measurement Accuracy Tables

Accuracy Tables for Measurements

Tables detailing accuracy for inductance, capacitance, impedance, and DCR.

Measurement Formulas

Measurement Formula Explanations

Formulas for calculating equivalent series and parallel resistance accuracies.

Maintenance Procedures

Service and Cleaning Guidelines

Guidelines for servicing, replacement parts, and cleaning the instrument.

Service Information

Service Information and Contact

Contact information and procedures for warranty and non-warranty service.

Limited Warranty

Product Limited Warranty Details

Details of the product's warranty coverage and exclusions.

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