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Keysight E4980A User Manual

Keysight E4980A
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User’s Guide
Keysight E4980A/AL Precision LCR Meter

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Keysight E4980A Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range20 Hz to 2 MHz
Basic Accuracy0.05%
DC Bias Voltage0 V to ±40 V
Measurement FunctionsL, C, R, Z, D, Q
DC Bias Current0 A to 20 mA (using external DC bias source)
DisplayLCD
InterfaceLAN, USB, GPIB
Dimensions426 mm (W) x 177 mm (H)
Weight13.5 kg

Summary

1 Unpacking and Preparation

Checking the Shipment

Procedures for verifying the condition of the LCR meter and its accessories after unpacking.

Preparations before Use

Steps to ensure the power supply and fuse are correctly set up and the power cable is properly connected.

Protection Against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

Describes the setup for a static-safe workstation to protect electronic components from ESD damage.

Starting the E4980A/AL

Explains the procedure for turning the instrument power ON and OFF and confirming its status.

2 Overview

Front Panel: Names and Functions of Parts

Identifies and explains the function of each part on the instrument's front panel.

3 Display Format

MEAS DISPLAY Page

Describes the MEAS DISPLAY page where measurement controls and settings are configured.

DC Bias

Explains the internal DC bias feature, how to enable it, and its output range.

4 Configuring Measurement Conditions (Display and Function Related Settings)

Initializing the Instrument

Describes the four default states the instrument can be initialized into for configuration.

MEAS SETUP page

Details how to configure measurement controls accessible via the MEAS SETUP page.

Trigger mode

Describes the four trigger modes (INT, EXT, MAN, BUS) supported by the instrument.

Automatic level control

Explains the ALC feature for adjusting voltage/current across the DUT to a set level.

Automatic Bias Polarity Control

Explains the feature useful for testing varactor diodes by controlling DC bias polarity.

Deviation Measurement

Describes how to display deviation values instead of actual measurements using absolute or percentage modes.

CORRECTION page

Explains how to perform Open/Short/Load correction to compensate for errors.

Open Correction

Details how to compensate for stray admittances using the open correction feature.

Short Correction

Explains how to compensate for residual impedances using the short correction feature.

LIMIT TABLE SETUP Page

Explains how to configure the instrument's built-in comparator for bin sorting.

Turning On/Off the Comparator

Explains how to enable or disable the instrument's built-in comparator.

LIST SWEEP SETUP Page

Describes how to configure automatic sweep measurements by sweeping frequency, signal level, DC bias, or DC source.

Sweep Mode

Explains the two sweep modes: sequential (SEQ) and step (STEP).

5 System Configurations

SYSTEM INFO Page

Displays system information and allows configuration of handler and scanner interfaces.

Handler Interface

Explains how to interact with a handler using the 36-contact Amphenol connector.

Scanner Interface

Describes the interface for connecting a scanner to perform multi-channel correction.

SYSTEM CONFIG Page

Details how to configure GPIB interface, LAN status, beep features, and system date.

Configuring the GPIB Address

Details how to configure the GPIB address for controlling the instrument from an external controller.

Configuring the LAN IP address

Explains how to configure the IP address for LAN communication, either automatically or manually.

SELF TEST Page

Describes how to check the instrument's behavior for maintenance and repair purposes.

6 Save/Recall

Overview of Save/Recall Functionality

Information on saving and recalling configurations and measurement results via internal or USB memory.

Saving/Recalling Instrument Configuration States

Explains how to save and recall instrument configuration states to internal memory or USB memory.

Saving/Recalling Instrument Configuration States into/from the Internal Memory

Provides steps for saving and recalling instrument configurations to/from internal memory registers.

Saving/Recalling Instrument Configuration States into/from USB Memory

Details how to save and recall instrument configuration states to/from USB memory.

Saving Measurement Results into USB Memory

Describes how to save measurement results obtained by the instrument into USB memory as .CSV files.

7 Measurement Procedure and Examples

Basic Measurement Procedure

Outlines the fundamental steps for measuring impedance of capacitors, inductors, and resistors.

Four-Terminal Pair Configuration

Describes the 4TP configuration used to improve measurement accuracy by avoiding mutual inductance and residual factors.

Correction Functions

Details correction functions like Cable Length, OPEN, SHORT, and LOAD to compensate for test fixture and lead errors.

Measurements Using DC source

Describes a practical measurement example using the DC source with list sweep.

8 Overview of Remote Control

GPIB remote control system

Explains GPIB as an interface standard for connecting computers and peripherals for instrument control.

LAN remote control system

Details controlling the instrument via a LAN using SICL-LAN or telnet server.

Control via Web server

Explains controlling the instrument through a Web server using Internet Explorer.

USB Remote Control System

Describes device control via USB, equivalent to GPIB control, using USBTMC protocol.

Trigger System

Details the trigger system responsible for measurement cycle start and system state control.

Data Buffer Memory

Explains the data buffer memory function for holding measurement results and their transfer.

Starting a Measurement Cycle (triggering the instrument)

Describes configuring the instrument for automatic continuous measurement and starting measurement on demand.

Starting Measurement on Demand

Explains how to trigger the instrument to start measurement when the system is in the 'Waiting for Trigger' state.

Waiting for the End of Measurement

Explains how to detect the end of measurement using status registers and SRQ.

Status Byte

Describes the status byte register, its bit assignments, and how it indicates instrument status.

9 Sample Program

Set Up Measurement Conditions and LCD Display

Details an application program to set measurement conditions and LCD display, including VISA functions.

Save/Recall

Explains an application program for saving and recalling instrument status data from internal flash memory.

10 SCPI Command Reference

E4980A/AL commands

Lists and describes commands specific to the E4980A/AL, covering measurement functions and system settings.

12 Precautions for Use and Daily Checks

Precautions for Use

Lists essential precautions for operating the E4980A/AL safely and correctly.

Daily Checks (Executing the self-test)

Describes the daily checks required, including self-tests at power-on and from the front panel.

13 Troubleshooting

Check Items When Trouble Occurs

Lists common issues and checks to perform when the instrument is not functioning correctly.

The system does not start up (Nothing is displayed)

Troubleshooting steps for when the instrument fails to power on or display anything.

The system starts up, but the normal measurement screen does not appear (Service Mode)

Guidance for troubleshooting when the instrument enters Service Mode after failing power-on or self-test.

Clearly abnormal measured value

Troubleshoots issues with abnormal measured values, suggesting re-measuring compensation data or checking MULTI compensation settings.

An error message or warning message is displayed

Directs users to the Error Messages section for information on interpreting and resolving error or warning messages.

Check Items When Trouble Occurs During Remote Control

Lists checks for troubleshooting when the instrument does not respond to or malfunctions with an external controller.

B Error Messages

Error Messages

Provides an alphabetical listing and description of error messages to indicate the instrument's operating status.

Warning Messages

Lists warning messages displayed in the instrument status area, indicating conditions like ALC unable to regulate or signal source overload.

E Handler Interface

Signal Line Definitions for the Comparator

Explains signal definitions for test result and control signals when using the handler interface with the comparator.

Signal Line Definitions for the List Sweep Comparator

Details signal definitions for list sweep comparator, differing from the standard comparator.

Setting Up the Handler Interface Board

Provides detailed instructions for setting up the handler interface board, including jumpers and bit switches.

How to Use the Scanner Interface Board

Offers information necessary to operate the E4980A/AL using the scanner interface.

Activating Scanner Interface

Explains how to make the scanner interface valid for multi-channel correction and I/O signals.

Correction Data Measurements

Details performing OPEN, SHORT, and LOAD data measurements for each scanner channel.

F Scanner Interface

Overview

Provides information on using Option 301 Scanner Interface for multi-channel correction and timing synchronization.

Setting Up the Scanner Interface Board

Provides instructions for setting up the scanner interface board, including bit switch settings.

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