HP 4263A User Manual

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HP 4263A Specifications

General

Type	LCR Meter
Frequency Range	100 Hz to 100 kHz
Frequencies	100 Hz, 120 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz, 100 kHz
Measurement Parameters	L, C, R, Q, D
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Test Signal Level	1 V
Display	Digital
Input Impedance	1 MΩ
Power Requirements	100-120 V / 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Basic Accuracy	0.1%

Summary

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HP 4263A LCR Meter at a Glance

Function Keys

Documentation Map

User's Guide

Describes the content and purpose of the User's Guide.

Operation Manual

Describes the content and purpose of the Operation Manual.

Service Manual

Describes the content and purpose of the Service Manual.

In User's Guide

Chapter 1, Preparation for Use

Covers initial setup, power requirements, and basic operation.

Chapter 2, Operating the HP 4263A

Explains basic operation and measurement procedures.

Chapter 3, Measurement Example

Provides examples of typical measurement applications.

Preparation for Use

Power Requirements

Lists the power source requirements for the HP 4263A.

To Set Power LINE Voltage

Instructions for setting the instrument's line voltage.

To Set Power LINE Frequency

Instructions for setting the instrument's line frequency.

Measurement Examples

HP 4263A Features and Benefits

Highlights the key features and advantages of the HP 4263A.

Test System Configuration on the Production Line

Explains how the HP 4263A integrates into production test systems.

Electrolytic Capacitor Measurement—For High Capacitance

Step-by-step guide for measuring electrolytic capacitors.

Inductor Measurement—Versatile measurement parameters

Procedure for measuring inductors and their parameters.

Transformer Measurement (Option 001 Only)

Instructions for measuring transformer parameters.

Operating the HP 4263A

Measurement Procedure

Outlines the sequence of steps for instrument operation.

To Reset HP 4263A to its Default Settings

Instructions for restoring the instrument to its factory default settings.

To Connect Test Fixture

Guide on how to connect test fixtures to the instrument.

To Set Cable Length—Canceling the Phase Shift Error

Procedure for setting cable length to compensate for phase shift.

To Select Measurement Parameter

Steps to choose and set the desired measurement parameter.

To Set Test Frequency

Instructions for setting the desired test frequency.

To Set Test Level

Guide on setting the test signal level for measurements.

To Set DC Bias Source Voltage

How to select and set the DC bias voltage source.

To Select Measurement Time Mode

Instructions for choosing the measurement time mode.

To Set Averaging Rate

How to set the averaging rate for measurements.

To Select Measurement Range

Procedures for selecting auto or manual measurement ranges.

To Select Trigger Mode

Guide to selecting internal, manual, or external trigger modes.

To Set Trigger Delay Time

Instructions for setting the trigger delay time.

To Perform OPEN Correction

Steps to perform OPEN correction for stray admittance.

To Perform SHORT Correction

Steps to perform SHORT correction for residual impedance.

To Use the Comparator Function

Explains how to set limits and use the comparator function.

Setting the Limit Values

Detailed steps for setting upper and lower limit values.

Sorting

How to initiate and interpret sorting results (HIGH, IN, LOW).

To Use the Contact Check Function

How to enable and use the contact check function.

To Use the Deviation Measurement Function

Explains setting deviation reference values and modes.

Setting the Deviation Reference Values

Steps to set reference values for deviation measurements.

Selecting the Deviation Mode

How to choose between Delta (%) or absolute deviation modes.

To Select Display Mode

Guide to selecting different display modes.

To Select Beeper Mode

How to configure beeper modes for comparator results.

To Set Printer-Printing the measurement data

Instructions for connecting a printer and printing data.

To Connect DUT

Guide on connecting the Device Under Test to the fixture.

To Apply DC Bias

Steps to apply or turn off the DC bias voltage.

To Trigger a Measurement

How to trigger measurements in different modes.

If You Have a Problem

Reference

Default Settings

Lists the default configuration parameters of the instrument.

Measurement Parameters

Maps parameter pages to specific measurement parameters.

Accessories Available

HP 16064B LED Display/Trigger Box

Details the features and use of the LED Display/Trigger Box.

Test Fixtures and Test Leads

Information on various test fixtures and leads for the instrument.