GW Instek LCR-817 User Manual

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1. INTRODUCTION……………………………………..……...
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2. PRECAUTIONS BEFORE OPERATION…….…………….
2-1.Unpacking the instrument………………….…………….
2-2.Checking the Line Voltage…………………..……………
2-3.Environment……………………………………..………..
2-4.Equipment Installation and Operation…………………
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3. PANEL DESCRIPTION…...……………………..…………..
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OPERATION…………….………………………………...….
4-1.Connects to DUT… .………………..………….……..…...
4-2.Start-Up……….....……………………………..………….
4-3.Zeroing…………………………………………………….
4-4.Menu Functions.…..…………………
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4-5.Measurement Conditions…..……………………………..
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SPECIFICATIONS…………………………………………...
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6. MESSAGE CODE.…………………………………………....
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7. MAINTENANCE....…………………………………………...
7-1.Cleaning……………………………………………………
7-2.Battery Replacement…………………………………… ...
7-3.Recall Calibration………………………………………...
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8. OPTION 1 (BIN Function for LCR-826/827/829 only)……..
8-1. BIN Functions for Components Sorting……………..….
8-2. BIN Setting Conditions.....……………………………….
8-3. BIN Range Setting: Component Sorting Range..............
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9. OPTION 2 (RS-232, for LCR-816/817/819 only)……………
9-1.On-line procedure…………………………………………
9-2.RS232 VIEWER Software Operation…………………...
9-3.The Configuration of Cable
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SAFETY TERMS AND SYMBOLS
These terms may appear in this manual or on the product:
WARNING: Warning statements identify condition or practices
that could result in injury or loss of life.
CAUTION: Caution statements identify conditions or practices
that could result in damage to this product or other property.
The following symbols may appear in this manual or on the product:
DANGER ATTENTION Protective Earth (ground)
High Voltage refer to Manual
Conductor Terminal
Terminal

GW Instek LCR-817 Specifications

General

Type	LCR Meter
Basic Accuracy	0.1%
Equivalent Circuit	Series, Parallel
Weight	2.5 kg
Measurement Frequencies	120Hz, 1kHz
Measurement Modes/Parameters	L, C, R, Q, D, θ, Z
Display	LCD
Interface	USB, RS-232
Power Supply	AC 100V-240V, 50/60Hz

Summary

SAFETY TERMS AND SYMBOLS

Safety Terms and Symbols

Defines warning and caution statements, and illustrates common safety symbols used in the manual.

INTRODUCTION AND SETUP

Introduction and Precautions

Overview of LCR meter series and essential precautions before operation, including unpacking and environment.

PANEL DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION BASICS

Front Panel Overview

Description of all keys, buttons, displays, and input terminals on the instrument's front panel.

Connecting, Start-Up, and Zeroing

Procedures for connecting the DUT, powering on the meter, and performing essential zeroing operations.

Menu Navigation and Display Settings

Overview of menu functions, display configurations, and measurement display modes.

ADVANCED OPERATION AND SPECIFICATIONS

Measurement Conditions

Settings for bias voltage, test frequency, voltage control, range hold, averaging, and memory functions.

Handler Interface and Specifications

Details on handler interface for automation, overall specifications, accuracy, and frequency ranges.

Measurement Displays and Speed

Information on display modes (VALUE, DELTA%, DELTA) and measurement speed impacts.

MAINTENANCE AND OPTIONS

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Understanding message codes, cleaning, battery replacement, and calibration procedures.

Option 1: BIN Functions (Component Sorting)

Setting up BIN functions for component sorting, including range, tolerance, and result display.

Option 2: RS-232 Interface and Software

Establishing RS-232 communication, operating the VIEWER software, and cable configuration.