IET Labs DE-5000 - 2.5.2. Measuring Dissipation, Quality, ESR, and Phase Angle

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2.5.2. Measuring dissipation, quality, ESR, and
phase angle
The DE-5000 can measure dissipation factor (
D
), quality
factor (
Q
), equivalent series resistance (
ESR
), and phase
angle (
Θ
). These readings are shown in the secondary
display. To select the appropriate measurement, cycle
through the options using the
D/Q/ESR/Θ
key.
Note: that this function is available in
Auto L
and
Auto
C
modes only. In other modes the
D/Q/ESR/Θ
key is
disabled.
Example: In
Auto C mode
The secondary display
shows D.
Press D/Q/ESR/Θ
key.
The secondary display
shows Q.
Press D/Q/ESR/Θ
key.