FLUKE PM6304 User Guide
Programmable
Automatic
RCL
Users
Manual
Meter
4822 872
November 1995, Rev.
101
62
2,
02/99
Please note
In correspondence concerning this instrument, please quote the type number
and serial number as given on the type plate.
Bitte
beachten
Bei Schriftwechsel uber dieses Gerat wird gebeten, die Typennummer und die
Geratenurnmer anzugeben. Diese befinden sich auf dem Typenschild an der
Riickseite des Gerates.
Noter s.v.p.
Dans votre correspondance et dans vos reclamations se rapportant a cet
appareil, veuillez toujours indiquer le numero de type et le numero de serie qui
sont marques sur la plaquette de caracteristiques.
lmportant
As the instrument is an electrical apparatus,
it
may be operated only by trained
personnel. Maintenance and repairs may also be carried out only by qualified personnel.
Wichtig
Da das Gerat ein eelktrisches Betriebsrnittel ist, darf die Bedienung nur durch eingewiesenes Personal erfolgen. Wartung und Reparatur dorfen nur von geschultern, fach- und sachkundigem Personal durchgefijhrt werden.
lmportant
Comme I'instrument est un equipement electrique, le service doit etre assure par
du personnel qualifie. De mhe, I'entretien et les reparations sont
a
confier aux
personnes suffisamment qualifiees.
O
Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in Germany
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
CONTENTS
Users Manual
CONTENTS
PM6304
lnstrucciones de instalacion y de seguridad
lstruzioni per la messa in funzione e norme di sicureua
lnstructies met betrekking tot de installatie en veiligheid
lnledande anvisningar och sakerhetsanvisningar
Figures
Appendix
Diagrams and Formulas
Table for Storage Register Contents
&
Limited Warranty
Declaration of Conformity
Limitation of Liability
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Service Centers
PM6304 INSIDE THIS MANUAL
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INSIDE THlS MANUAL
This USERS MANUAL contains information on all features of the PM6304 and
PM6304C instruments.
It starts with a shipment note and an initial inspection.
The manual is organized into the following chapters:
Chapter
1
Installation and Safety Instructions
This chapter should be read before unpacking, installing, and operating the
instrument. It describes grounding, power cables, and line voltage settings.
Chapter
2
Main Capabilities
This chapter describes the main features of the instrument, its functions, operation modes, measurement possibilities and its options.
Chapter
3
Getting Started
This chapter starts with general procedures and precautions necessary for
operation followed by a short functional test. It contains a description of the
display, a summary of controls and connectors on the front and rear panels, and
a description of accessories and measurement setups.
Chapter
How to Use the Instrument
4
This chapter provides the user with detailed explanations of the measurement
principle and the measurement of different components.
Chapter
5
Function Reference
This chapter contains a description of each function in alphabetical order. Each
description includes an explanation of local and remote control functions.
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INSIDE THIS MANUAL PM6304
Included in the shipment
The
REFERENCE
CHARACTERISTICS
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
BRIEF CHECKING PROCEDURE
PERFORMANCE TEST
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
APPENDIX
SERVICE CENTERS
you
find an additional REFERENCE MANUAL.
MANUAL
contains:
PM6304 CONTENTS -1-
CONTENTS
Page
SHIPMENT NOTE AND INITIAL INSPECTION
1
1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.2 OPERATING POSITION OF THE INSTRUMENT
1.3 RADIO INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION
2
3
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
3.2 TURNING THE INSTRUMENT ON
3.3 SELF-TEST ROUTINE
3.4 OPERATION AND APPLICATION
4
4.1 THE PRINCIPLE OF MEASUREMENT
4.2 MEASURING COMPONENTS
4.3 AUTOMATIC ZERO TRIM
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1.1 Maintenance and Repair
.I
.2 Grounding (Earthing)
1
1.1.3 Connections
1.1.4 Line Voltage Setting and Fuses
MAIN FEATURES
GETTING STARTED
3.4.1 Control Elements, Display and Connections
3.4.2 Measurement Setup and Accessories
3.4.3 Example of a Measurement
HOW TO USE THE INSTRUMENT
4.2.1 Test Signal Frequency and Voltage
4.2.2 Resistors
4.2.3 Capacitors
Foil Capacitor
Electrolytic Capacitor
4.2.4 Inductances
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4.4 MEASURING MODES
4.4.1 Automatic (AUTO)
4.4.2 Manual
4.4.3 Accuracy
4.5
4.6 BINNING
4.7 OUT-OF-RANGE AND ERROR MESSAGES
STOREIRECALL OF INSTRUMENT SETTINGS
4.6.1 Introduction
4.6.2 PM 9559 Bin Programmer
(Infrared Remote Control)
4.6.3 PM 9566 Handler Interface
5
5.1
5.2
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES
FIGURES
Fig.
Fig. 2 Rear view
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Fig. 7 PM 9542SMD, SMD Adapter
Fig.
Fig. 9
APPENDIX:
DIAGRAMS AND FORMULAS
TABLE FOR STORAGE REGISTER CONTENTS
LIMITED WARRANTY
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
SERVICE CENTERS
FUNCTION REFERENCE
FUNCTIONS OF THE FRONT PANEL OF THE INSTRUMENT
FUNCTIONS OF THE PM 9559 BIN PROGRAMMER
1
Front view
PM 9540/TWE, SMD Tweezers
PM 9540/BAN, 4-wire test cable with banana plugs
PM
9541A, 4-wire test cable
Single and double test posts
PM 9542A, RCL Adapter
8
PM 9559 Bin Programmer, Infrared remote control
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LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
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5
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5
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20
PM6304 SHIPMENT NOTE
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SHIPMENT
The following
1
PM6304 / PM6304C Progammable Automatic
1
Users Manual
1
Reference Manual
1
Programmers Manual
1
Power Cable
2
Fuses
2
Single Test Posts
NOTE
parts
should be included in the shipment:
RCL
Meter
DC
-
100
kHz
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For built-in options, see the type plate on the rear panel:
Type plate
[
FLUKE.
Type number
Code number
Serial number
Code 9452 13 number: 041L
TYPE : PM6304/xxx 31VA
1
NC
:
9452 063 04xxx
NO : LO
Power cable (see Section 1.1.4)
SHIPMENT NOTE PM6304
50-60Hz
Options built-in:
2 IEEE-488 interface
3 RS-232 interface
4 DC Unit
6 DC Unit and IEEE-488 interface
7
DC Unit and RS-232 interface
0
No option
1
5 Handler interface
0 No Handler interface
INITIAL INSPECTION
Check that the shipment is complete and note whether any damage has occurred
during transport. if the contents are incomplete or there is damage, file a claim
with the carrier immediately, and notify the Fluke Sales or Service organization to
facilitate the repair or replacement of the instrument. The addresses are listed in
the back of this manual.
The performance of the instrument can be tested by using the Performance Test
in the Reference Manual.
Chapter
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1
PM6304
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1-1
1
1
.I
Upon delivery from the factory the instrument complies with the required safety
regulations (see Reference Manual, Chapter
ensure safe operation, the instructions below must be followed carefully.
1.1.1
Failure and excessive stress:
If the instrument is suspected of being unsafe, remove it from operation immediately and secure it against any unintended operation. The instrument is considered to be unsafe when any of the following conditions exist:
It shows physical damage.
It does not function anymore.
It is stressed beyond the tolerable limits
(e.g., during storage and transportation).
Disassembling the Instrument:
INSTALLATION AND SAFEN INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1).
To maintain this condition and to
Maintenance and Repair
WARNING
Calibration, maintenance, and repair of the instrument must be performed only by trained personnel who are aware of the hazards involved.
To avoid electric shock, do not remove the cover unless you are quali-
fied to do so.
Before removing the cover, disconnect the instrument from all power
sources. The capacitors in the instrument may remain charged for
several seconds after all power has been disconnected.
1-2
1
.I
.2
Grounding (Earthing)
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PM6304
Before any other connection is made the instrument must be connected to a
protective earth conductor via the three-wire power cable.
The power plug shall be inserted only into a grounded outlet.
Do not defeat the protective action by using an extension cord without a grounded
conductor.
Do not connect a protective ground conductor into the measurement contacts
on the front panel, the four contacts of the connector to which the circuit ground
is applied, or the external contact of the connector plug.
WARNING
Any interruption of the protective ground conductor inside or outside
the instrument or disconnection of the protective ground terminal, is
likely to make the instrument dangerous. Intentional interruption is
prohibited.
1
.I
.3
Connections
The circuit ground potential is applied to four of the eight contacts of the front
panel connector and is connected to the instrument case via parallel-connected
capacitors and a resistor. The external contact of the connector is connected to
the instrument case. This avoids ac ground loops while providing good RF
grounding.
If the circuit ground potential in a measurement setup is different from the protective ground potential, make sure that the four contacts of the front panel connector
are not live.
PM6304
1
.I
.4
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Line Voltage Setting and Fuses
1-3
Before plugging in the line cable, make sure that the instrument is set to the
correct line voltage.
WARNING
To avoid injury or death, changing fuses and modifying line cables to
local power must be done by qualified service personnel who are
aware of the hazards involved.
On delivery from the factory, the instrument is set to one of the following line
voltages:
Code No.
Line Voltage
Delivered
Power Cable
9452 x63 04~x1
9452 x63 04~x3
9452 x63 04~x4
9452 x63 04~x5
9452 x63 04~x8
220
120
240
220
240
V
V
V
V
V
Universal Europe
North America
England (U.K.)
Switzerland
Australia
The line voltage setting and the corresponding fuse specification are indicated on
the rear panel.
Make sure that replacement fuses are of the type and current rating specified. The
use of repaired fuses
and/or the short-circuiting of fuse holders are prohibited. Do
not defeat this important safety feature.
The instrument can be set to the following line voltages:
240
V ac. These nominal voltages can be selected by means of the voltage
100
V,
120
V,
220
V and
selector, located on the rear panel, next to the line voltage connector. The fuse is
located in a holder at the same place. For line voltage selection or replacement
of the fuse, remove the line cable and pry open the compartment with a small
screwdriver (see illustration).
1-4 INSTALLATION AND
Turn the selector to select the appropriate voltage range. If necessary, insert the
specified fuse
to CSAJUL198G) that matches the line voltage setting into the fuse holder.
(T0.2A
or TOAA according to IEC127 or TOZA or T0.5A according
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS PM6304
1.2
The instrument can be operated on a horizontal surface in a flat position or with
the tilt bale extended. Ensure that the ventilation holes are free of obstruction. Do
not position the instrument in direct sunlight or on any surface that produces or
radiates heat.
1.3
Radio interference of the instrument is suppressed and checked carefully. If radio
frequency interferences occurs in connection with deficiant suppressed other
instruments, further suppression actions may be required.
OPERATING POSITION OF THE INSTRUMENT
RADIO INTERFERENCE SUPPRESSION
Chapter
2
MAIN
FEATURES
PM6304 MAIN FEATURES 2-1
2
The
ments of resistance, capacitance, and inductance. Its basic accuracy is 0.1
The
0.05
function and autoranging feature. It allows fast and high precision measurements
and diagnostic of passive components over a wide range.
The component to be measured is connected to the instrument via front panel
posts, the PM 9541A four-wire test cable, or the PM 9542A four-terminal test
adapter. The Adapter PM
surface-mounted components are also available.
Measurements are performed using a four-wire system.
The test frequency is selectable in the range from 50 Hz to 100 kHz.
Three test voltages are available:
The measurement result, the numerical value, dimension, and the equivalent
circuit symbol, are all displayed on the large five-digit liquid-crystal display (LCD),
which is updated at a rate of approximately two measurements per second.
A
microprocessor controls the measurement process, computes the measure-
ment value, and transfers the result to the display.
MAIN
PM6304 Programmable Automatic RCL Meter
PM6304C Programmable Automatic RCL Meter
%
at test signal frequencies up to 2 kHz. The instrument provides an auto-
FEATURES
9542SMD or the PM 9540/TWE SMD Tweezers for
is used for precise measure-
2
V, 1 V, and 50 mV rms.
has a higher accuracy of
%.
In the AUTO mode the dominant and the secondary parameter, either
of the component under test is automatically selected for display.
For example, for an inductance with a quality factor
instrument indicates the measurement value of the series inductance and the
series resistance and as the equivalent-circuit symbol, the series connection of
an inductance and a resistance.
In addition to AUTO mode, the following modes can be selected:
series respectively parallel components
impedance
phase angle
quality factor
component voltage V,, component current I,
Z
Q
Q,
dissipation factor D
Q
between 1 and 1000, the
R,
C,
or L
2-2 MAIN FEATURES PM6304
(2
V
An internal DC BlAS voltage
dc) can be added to the measurement voltage
for electrolytic capacitors.
An external DC BlAS voltage can also be selected, up to 40
V
dc.
DC resistance measurements without an ac test signal can be made by using the
optional PM 9565 DC Unit.
The instrument can be programmed and can transfer its measurement data via
the optional PM 9548 lnterface for IEEE-488, or via the PM 9549 lnterface for
RS-232. Ten measurements per second are also possible. The RS-232 lnterface
also allows output of measurement results directly to a printer with no controller
needed.
For sorting and binning of components, the optional infrared remote control, the
PM 9559 Bin Programmer, and the PM 9566 Handler lnterface are available.
Nine complete instrument settings can be stored and recalled for fast and convenient setup.
Chapter
GETTING STARTED
3
PM6304 GETTING STARTED 3-1
GETTING STARTED
3.1
This section outlines the procedure and precautions necessary for operation. It
identifies and briefly describes the functions of the front and rear panel controls
and the display.
3.2
After the instrument has been connected to the line voltage in accordance with
Section
to
ON.
The specifications given in the Reference Manual, Chapter
instrument is installed in accordance with the instructions in Chapter
manual and a warm-up period of
After turning the power off, wait at least
allows all power to completely discharge and the instrument to reset.
3.3
After power on, the instrument performs a self-test of the PROM, processor RAM,
and external RAM. After this, the software version is indicated in the upper line of
the display for approximately
shown for approximately
instrument state before power off.
GENERAL INFORMATION
TURNING THE INSTRUMENT ON
1.1.4, it can be turned on by setting the
5
minutes is allowed.
5
seconds before turning it on again. This
SELF-TEST ROUTINE
1
second. All segments of the display field are
2
seconds, and the instrument automatically recalls its
POWER
switch on the front panel
1,
are valid when the
1
of this
If a fault is found during self-test, this fault is indicated as follows,
-
for example:
For detailed information see Section 4.7.
r,TT
C
r,
J
3-2 GETTING STARTED PM6304
3.4
3.4.1
3.4.1.1
OPERATION AND APPLICATION
Control Elements, Display and Connections
Front Panel
Keyboard:
Descri~tion
LOCAL
INTERFACE
0
POWER
;
:;F
Function
Key used to switch from remote control to keyboard
operation.
Key used to display and to select
Instrument address for remote control via
IEEE-488 interface
Setup for remote control via
RS-232 interface.
Power switch
Keys used to select
the required measurement function
f
MODE
1
AUTO
Automatic measurement mode: the
dominant and secondary para-
meters are automatically determined
SEE
Select series
PAR or parallel mode
AVERAGE Alteration of averaging function
to reduce fluctuation of
measured value
PARAMETER
0
-
L
-
vx
-
Z
9
D
!b!
Phase angle or impedance
(complex impedance)
Quality factor (tan
Dissipation factor (tan
$;
6;
Q
D
Test voltage or current at the
=
=
1
ID)
1
IQ)
0
Ix component terminals.
PM6304 GETTING STARTED 3
Description Function
SIGNAL
SOURCE
NORMAL
Measurement source voltage
NORMAL:
1
V
ac rms or
LEVEL 1 Vdc
-
3
f
DC
BIAS SOURCE
SETTINGS
STEP
HI LEVEL
LEVEL
HI LEVEL:
~
-
LOW LEVEL: 50 mV ac rms or
2
2
V
V
ac rms or
dc
Test signal frequency
FREa
DC
50 Hz to 100 kHz
or dc (optional)
Infrared receiver for PM 9559 Bin Programmer.
Internal
(maximum 40
2
V
dc bias on or off or external bias voltage
V
dc),
e.g., to measure electrolytic capacitors.
Keys used to store or to recall instrument settings
'I
(9 registers).
I
Keys used to step the test signal frequency
up
or
down and to select the storage registers.
Keys used to
select single or CONT
continuous measurement
S~E
trigger a single measurement (TRIGGER).
Key used for automatic trimming of
open-circuit impedance
short-circuit impedance
(>
(c
100
10
k!2)
Q).
3 - 4 GETTING STARTED PM6304
Display:
Description Function
REMOTE
AVERAGE
NOMINAL
HILIMIT LOLIMIT
REMOTE
Instrument in remote control via
RS-232 or IEEE-488 Interface.
AVERAGE
Increased time factor for
averaging to reduce fluctuation
of measured value.
Tolerance limits
and value using the
PM
9559 Bin Programmer.
Equivalent circuit symbols:
In AUTO mode the dominant parameter is
shown in the upper section; the secondary
parameter is shown in the lower section.
Maximum of five digits for the measured
value of the dominant parameter.
The asterisk indicates that the component
is outside the basic accuracy range of
the instrument.
Units for:
nF,
pF,
pe
pH, mH, H,
MQ,
kQ,
Q
%
mF
kH
for capacitances
for inductances
for resistances
for tolerance limits
in binning mode
Display of selected parameter:
@
Phaseangle
Z
Impedance
D Dissipation factor
Q
Quality factor
PM6304
Description Function
:BmEI.EI.EI
AUTO
GETTING STARTED
Maximum of four digits for the measured value of the
selected parameter or of the
ter in
impedance measurements
is outside the basic accuracy range of the instru-
ment.
Units for:
Ma, kQ,
DEG
n6
pH, mH, H, kH
v;
mV
mA,
AUTO mode enabled:
Automatic selection of dominant and
series/parallel parameter.
AUTO
(Degree) for phase angle
p6
,uF,
series/parallel parame-
mode. The asterisk indicates during
(2)
that the component
a
mF
for resistances
for capacitances
for inductances
for voltage
for current
3-5
RANGE
HOLD
SGLE STANDBY
HI
LEVEL
LOW
LEVEL
RANGE
mmm
HI LEVEL
LOW LEVEL
SGLE STANDBY
mEipl
Test signal frequency in Hz or kHz for ac or dc
HOLD
Fixes the current internal
measuring range
(via remote control only).
Test signal voltage
Ready for single measurement
(normal level is not displayed).
External bias voltage enabled.
Internal
2
V
bias enabled.
(dc).
3-6 GETTING STARTED PM6304
Description Function
Connector on the front panel:
rx1
+
X
+
Connectors for
=
Test posts for four-wire measurement.
PM 9542SMD, SMD Adapter
Fx7---"--7
-
+
3.4.1.2
Rear Panel
Connector for
PM 9541A 4-wire test cable with Kelvin Clips
PM 9542A RCL Adapter
=
PM 9540/lWE, SMD Tweezers
PM 9540/BAN, 4-wire test cable with
banana plugs
Input power module with fuse and
voltage selector.
-
ac (alternating current).
For details, see Section 1.1.4:
Line Voltage Setting and Fuses.
@Ezzz$
IEEE-488 bus connector for remote control.
PM6304 GElllNG STARTED 3-7
Description Function
RS-232 connector.
HANDLER INTERFACE
Component handler interface connector.
EXT
DC
-
BIAS
+
External dc bias voltage input
MAX
(maximum 40
40V
V
dc).
3.4.2
For best accuracy, you should perform ZERO TRIM (see Section
Measurement Setup and Accessories
4.3)
when
you change the measurement setup, the test signal frequency, or the test
signal voltage when test signal frequency is
r
10
kHz.
You should not change the setup after trimming if you use test signal frequencies
r
10
kHz
with the PM 9541A Test Cable with Kelvin Clips, the PM 9542A RCL
Adapter, the PM 9540m/VE SMD Tweezers, or the PM 9540/BAN Test Cable.
Test posts
Most common components can be measured with the supplied test posts
plugged into the front panel connectors.
Radial-lead Component Axial-lead Component
3 - 8 GETTING STARTED
PM6304
PM 9541A Test Cable with Kelvin Clips
Use the test cable to measure in-circuit components or components of large size.
The test cable is connected to the instrument via the round plug (red markings
face to face). The plug locks automatically. To unlock the plug, pull on the ridged
part.
PM 9542A RCL Adapter
The RCL adapter allows you to make component measurements away from the
front panel of the instrument. The RCL adapter can also handle larger compo-
nents than the front panel connector can.
The RCL adapter is connected to the instrument via the round plug on the front
panel (red markings face to face).
The supplied single test posts and the double test post can also be directly
inserted into the front panel connector of the instrument.
Note: For accurate measurements you should insert only the test posts, cable,
or adapter, that you need for the actual measurement.
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