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Operation Manual
Model 4300C
Programmable Digital µ-Ohmmeter
VA LH AL LA
SCIENTIFIC
Need Help? Call 800-548-9806.
www.valhallascientific.com
©2015 Valhalla Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Table of Contents

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Summary

INSPECTION & INSTALLATION

INTRODUCTION

Overview of the instrument and its applications.

INITIAL INSPECTION

Guide to checking the instrument upon receipt for damage.

SETTING THE LINE VOLTAGE

Instructions for configuring the instrument's voltage input.

FUSE SELECTION

Details on choosing the correct fuse for the selected voltage.

RACK MOUNTING

Information on installing the instrument in a standard 19-inch rack.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety guidelines for operating the instrument.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE SPECIFICATIONS

Accuracy and operational parameters for basic measurements.

TEMPERATURE COMPENSATOR MODE SPECIFICATIONS

Specs for measurements with temperature compensation.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Overall technical and operational parameters of the instrument.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Conditions for optimal and safe operation and storage.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Electrical supply voltage, frequency, and consumption.

PHYSICAL

Dimensions and weight of the instrument.

GETTING STARTED

FRONT PANEL

Description of the instrument's front interface controls and indicators.

REAR PANEL

Description of the instrument's rear panel connectors and controls.

MEASUREMENT MODES AND FUNCTIONS

STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE

How to perform basic resistance measurements.

TCM - TEMPERATURE COMPENSATED MEASUREMENT MODE

Using the mode to compensate for temperature variations.

TCS - TEMPERATURE COMPENSATOR SETUP

Configuring temperature coefficient and reference values.

HLC - HI-LO COMPARATOR MODE

Using the comparator for automated testing and sorting.

UPDATE FUNCTION

Adjusting display update rate and intensity.

RUN;HOLD FUNCTION

Controlling measurement acquisition and display.

PRINT;LOG FUNCTION

Configuring data output to printers or computers.

VIEW FUNCTION

Checking current instrument settings and configurations.

OPTIONAL FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES

OPTIONS

Details available interface and data output options.

ACCESSORIES

Information on optional hardware accessories.

TEST LEADS

Description of various test leads and probes.

REMOTE OPERATIONS

IEEE INTERFACE

Using the IEEE-488 standard for remote control.

RS-232 INTERFACE

Connecting and controlling the instrument via RS-232.

BCD INTERFACE

Understanding the Binary Coded Decimal data output.

THEORY OF OPERATIONS

4-WIRE CONFIGURATION

Explanation of the Kelvin measurement principle for accuracy.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CIRCUITS

Overview of the instrument's internal circuit blocks.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

General Information and Test Equipment

Maintenance basics and necessary tools.

Pre-Calibration Procedure

Steps to prepare the instrument for calibration.

4300 C Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the ohmmeter.

SPECIAL PROCEDURES

GENERAL

Tips for working with inductive devices.

CONNECTIONS AND SETTLING TIME

Proper connection and waiting period for inductive loads.

NOISY READINGS

Techniques to reduce noise during low-resistance measurements.

DISCONNECTING THE CABLES

Procedures to safely disconnect leads from inductive loads.

Summary

INSPECTION & INSTALLATION

INTRODUCTION

Overview of the instrument and its applications.

INITIAL INSPECTION

Guide to checking the instrument upon receipt for damage.

SETTING THE LINE VOLTAGE

Instructions for configuring the instrument's voltage input.

FUSE SELECTION

Details on choosing the correct fuse for the selected voltage.

RACK MOUNTING

Information on installing the instrument in a standard 19-inch rack.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety guidelines for operating the instrument.

SPECIFICATIONS

STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE SPECIFICATIONS

Accuracy and operational parameters for basic measurements.

TEMPERATURE COMPENSATOR MODE SPECIFICATIONS

Specs for measurements with temperature compensation.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Overall technical and operational parameters of the instrument.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Conditions for optimal and safe operation and storage.

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Electrical supply voltage, frequency, and consumption.

PHYSICAL

Dimensions and weight of the instrument.

GETTING STARTED

FRONT PANEL

Description of the instrument's front interface controls and indicators.

REAR PANEL

Description of the instrument's rear panel connectors and controls.

MEASUREMENT MODES AND FUNCTIONS

STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE

How to perform basic resistance measurements.

TCM - TEMPERATURE COMPENSATED MEASUREMENT MODE

Using the mode to compensate for temperature variations.

TCS - TEMPERATURE COMPENSATOR SETUP

Configuring temperature coefficient and reference values.

HLC - HI-LO COMPARATOR MODE

Using the comparator for automated testing and sorting.

UPDATE FUNCTION

Adjusting display update rate and intensity.

RUN;HOLD FUNCTION

Controlling measurement acquisition and display.

PRINT;LOG FUNCTION

Configuring data output to printers or computers.

VIEW FUNCTION

Checking current instrument settings and configurations.

OPTIONAL FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES

OPTIONS

Details available interface and data output options.

ACCESSORIES

Information on optional hardware accessories.

TEST LEADS

Description of various test leads and probes.

REMOTE OPERATIONS

IEEE INTERFACE

Using the IEEE-488 standard for remote control.

RS-232 INTERFACE

Connecting and controlling the instrument via RS-232.

BCD INTERFACE

Understanding the Binary Coded Decimal data output.

THEORY OF OPERATIONS

4-WIRE CONFIGURATION

Explanation of the Kelvin measurement principle for accuracy.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CIRCUITS

Overview of the instrument's internal circuit blocks.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

General Information and Test Equipment

Maintenance basics and necessary tools.

Pre-Calibration Procedure

Steps to prepare the instrument for calibration.

4300 C Calibration Procedure

Step-by-step guide for calibrating the ohmmeter.

SPECIAL PROCEDURES

GENERAL

Tips for working with inductive devices.

CONNECTIONS AND SETTLING TIME

Proper connection and waiting period for inductive loads.

NOISY READINGS

Techniques to reduce noise during low-resistance measurements.

DISCONNECTING THE CABLES

Procedures to safely disconnect leads from inductive loads.

Valhalla Scientific 4300C Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Multimeter
Resistance Range0 to 20 MΩ
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
DisplayLCD
Measurement RangeDC/AC Voltage, DC/AC Current, Resistance
Accuracy0.5% DCV
OutputRS-232
Power Supply9V battery
Humidity Range0% to 80% RH