"3532-50 LCR HiTESTER." To obtain
maximum performance from the product, please read this manual first, and
keep it handy for future reference.
This manual contains information and points for attention which are
necessary for safe operation of the unit and for storing it safely in proper
operational condition.
When you receive the product, inspect it carefully to ensure that no damage
occurred during shipping. In particular, check the accessories, panel
switches, and connectors. If damage is evident, or if it fails to operate
according to the specifications, contact your dealer or Hioki representative.
Check the 3532-50 unit and the supplied accessories
This manual contains information and warnings essential for safe operation
of the product and for maintaining it in safe operating condition. Before
using the product, be sure to carefully read the following safety notes.
WARNING
Safety symbols
This product is designed to comply with IEC 61010 Safety Standards,
and has been thoroughly tested for safety prior to shipment.
However, mishandling during use could result in injury or death, as
well as damage to the product. Using the product in a way not
described in this manual may negate the provided safety features.
Be certain that you understand the instructions and precautions in
the manual before use. We disclaim any responsibility for accidents
or injuries not resulting directly from product defects.
The following symbols in this manual indicate the relative importance of
cautions and warnings.
Thesymbol printed on the product indicates that the user
should refer to a corresponding topic in the manual (marked with
the
symbol) before using the relevant function.
In the manual, thesymbol indicates particularly important
information that the user should read before using the product.
Indicates a grounding terminal.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Indicates AC (Alternating Current).
Indicates a fuse.
Indicates the ON side of the power switch.
Indicates the OFF side of the power switch.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a significant hazard that
could result in serious injury or death to the user.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a possibility of injury to
the user or damage to the product.
Advisory items related to performance or correct operation of the
product.
To ensure safe operation of measurement instruments, IEC 61010 establishes
safety standards for various electrical environments, categorized as CAT II to
CAT IV, and called measurement categories.
CAT II Primary electrical circuits in equipment connected to an AC
electrical outlet by a power cord (portable tools, household
appliances, etc.)
CAT II covers directly measuring electrical outlet receptacles.
CAT III Primary electrical circuits of heavy equipment (fixed installations)
connected directly to the distribution panel, and feeders from the
distribution panel to outlets.
CAT IV The circuit from the service drop to the service entrance, and to
the power meter and primary overcurrent protection device
(distribution panel).
Using a measurement instrument in an environment designated with a
higher-numbered category than that for which the instrument is rated could
result in a severe accident, and must be carefully avoided.
Use of a measurement instrument that is not CAT-rated in CAT II to CAT
IV measurement applications could result in a severe accident, and must be
carefully avoided.
Follow these precautions to ensure safe operation and to obtain the full
benefits of the various functions.
WARNING
CAUTION
Before turning the product on, make sure the source voltage
matches that indicated on the product's power connector.
Connection to an improper supply voltage may damage the product
and present an electrical hazard.
To avoid electrical accidents and to maintain the safety
specifications of this instrument, connect the power cord provided
only to a 3-contact (two-conductor + ground) outlet.
To avoid electric shock, do not remove the instrument's case. The
internal components of the instrument carry high voltages and may
become very hot during operation.
Various connectors are present on the outside of the 3532-50. Never
connect any cable to any of these connectors without first turning off the
power supply and removing the power cord. Moreover, check the
connections carefully in order to avoid any chance of setting up a short
circuit etc..
If anything unusual happens during operation of the unit, turn off the
power switch immediately and contact any HIOKI service facility for help,
advice and service.
This product should be installed and operated between 0and 40and
80% RH or less, and less than 2000 m height.
The unit should always be stored in a range of temperature and humidity
from -10
Do not store or use the product where it could be exposed to direct
to 55 , 80% RH or less.
sunlight, high temperature or humidity, or condensation. Under such
conditions, the product may be damaged and insulation may deteriorate
so that it no longer meets specifications.
To avoid damage to the product, protect it from vibration or shock during
transport and handling, and be especially careful to avoid dropping.
Do not use excessive force on the touch panel, and do not use sharp
objects that could damage the touch screen.
Before using the instrument, make sure that the insulation on the probes
is undamaged and that no bare conductors are improperly exposed.
Using the instrument in such conditions could cause an electric shock, so
contact your dealer or Hioki representative for repair.
Ventilation holes for heat radiation are provided on the side panels of the
product. Leave sufficient space around the ventilation holes and install
the product with the holes unobstructed. Installation of the product with
the ventilation holes obstructed may cause a malfunction or fire.
About the guarantee
You should be aware that HIOKI cannot accept any respo nsibility directly or
indirectly if the unit has been incorporated in some other system, or if it is
resold to a third party.
The HIOKI 3532-50 LCR HiTESTER is an impedance meter which uses a
touch panel as the user interface. This interactive touch panel enables
extremely easy operation. The test frequency can be set from 42 Hz to 5
MHz at high resolution.
The values of a maximum of any four of the fourteen test parameters,
including not only impedance |Z| and phase angle θ, but also L, C, and R
etc., can be simultaneously displayed upon the screen.
Moreover, this widely applicable impedance meter can be set, not only to a
floating voltage setting, but also to a constant voltage setting or a constant
current setting.
The test frequency can be selected from a wide range - 42 Hz to 5 MHz - at
high resolution (Three-digit resolution for not more than 100 Hz, and fourdigit resolution for not more than 5 MHz). Frequency dependent assessment
of electronic components and materials, etc., is possible.
Constant voltage and constant current testing
Assessment of dependence upon voltage or current is possible.
Outstanding operability
All control operations are initiated via a touch panel on the display. All the
keys currently available for use are shown on the display, and can be
operated interactively.
Simultaneous display of four parameters
Up to four of the test parameters (such as L,C,R, etc.) can be displayed
simultaneously.
Interface
Using a computer, any required parameters can be captured
Changing settings without stopping measurement
Various background settings can be changed without stopping measurement
(when an internal trigger is set).
The 3532-50 has five test terminals: H
is supplied); H
terminal (detected voltage high terminal); L
POT
(detected voltage low terminal); L
terminal), and GUARD terminal (connected to the chassis of the unit).
2.2.1Establishing the Connections
CAUTION
Using a low frequency to measure capacitors with a particular polarity (for
example, electrolytic capacitors) results in a reverse bias being applied.
In some cases this could damage or destroy the capacitor, and therefore
a DC bias should always be applied while making the measurements.
Also be sure that the positive terminal of the capacitor is connected to
the Hcur terminal on this unit.
When measuring capacitors with a particular polarity (for example,
electrolytic capacitors), always apply a DC bias.
If the DC bias is not applied, a reverse bias may be applied, damaging or
destroying the capacitor.
terminal (to which the test signal
CUR
terminal (test current detected
CUR
POT
terminal
If using a test lead set supplied by HIOKI, connect the red leads to the H
terminal and to the H
terminal and to the L
Black
terminal, and connect the black leads to the L
POT
terminal.
POT
Red
CUR
The unit is designed and adjusted for 75 Ω coaxial cable test leads. It is
best to use HIOKI test leads.
1. Turn on the power switch on the front panel. The Initial screen will be
displayed on the liquid crystal display.
Off
On
The test conditions will start off the same as they were when last the power
was turned off.
2. Adjust the contrast knob so as to make the display as easy to see as possible.
Darker
Brighter
3. Wait for 60 minutes after turning on the power before starting testing, so as
to allow the unit to warm up fully.
How to turn the power off
Turn off the power switch on the front panel. The test conditions will be
preserved.
NOTE
Even if the power supply is interrupted because of a power failure or the
like, the test conditions (settings) will not be lost; when the power is turned
on again, the unit will return to its state just before the interruption.
Do not use excessive force on the touch panel, and do not use sharp
objects that could damage the touch screen.
The 3532-50 uses a touch panel for setting and changing all of the test
conditions. Simply by touching the LCD screen at certain areas - termed soft
keys - which appear in reverse video, the items associated with these soft
keys, and numerical values, can be selected.
In this manual, lightly touching a soft key area on the screen is termed
"pressing" a key.
When the power is first turned on, the basic screen for controlling the 3532-
50 immediately appears, called the "Initial screen". A maximum of four of
the test parameters (L, C, R, etc.) can be set for display, and all of the test
conditions can be checked, on this Initial screen.
The Menu screen can be displayed by pressing thekey.
The Parameter setting screen can be displayed by pressing a parameter key.
Parameter
keys
Monitor
display
For details, refer to Section 4.1.1, "The Initial Screen."
(2) The Menu screen
The Menu screen is used for selecting whichever of the test conditions you
want to change. Pressing one of the keys on this screen changes over the
display to the appropriate test condition setting screen.
To change any one of the test
conditions (frequency, controlled
level, etc.), press the corresponding
key on this menu.
Menu key
Initial Screen
Menu
Screen
For details, refer to Section 4.1.2, "The Menu Screen and Application Menu
Pressing a parameter key on the Initial screen causes the Parameter setting
screen to be displayed, using which the test parameters to be displayed (up
to a maximum of four) are selected.
By pressing a key for any test parameter, that parameter is set to be
displayed, and the unit automatically returns to displaying the Initial screen
again.
1
2
3
4
Test
parameters
5
6
(4) The Test condition setting screen
This screen is for changing a test condition (for example, the test frequency).
When you have finished setting the test condition, press thekey, and the
unit will return to displaying the Initial screen again.
The inactive keys
(which cannot currently
be operated) appear as white
rectangles with black character
legends, i.e. in non-reversed
video.
The basic flow for the change of screens as control operation is performed is
as follows.
The measurement values can be checked in real time on all of the screens.
The measured values of any of the test parameters
can be displayed for checking (up to a maximum
of four) and all of the test conditions can be
checked on the Initial screen.
To make a change to the test conditions:
Press thesoft key, and the Menu screen will
be displayed.
Initial Screen
Select the test condition to alter on the Menu
screen (for example, when changing the test
frequency).
Menu Screen
Setting Screen
Press thesoft key, and the Frequency setting
screen will be displayed.
Set or change that test condition on the appropriate
Test condition setting screen.
When the test condition setting is complete,
press thesoft key, and the display will return
to displaying the Initial screen.
3.3.2Setting the Test Parameters to be Displayed (Cs, D)
Here the first (i.e., the uppermost) parameter key will be set to capacitance
Cs, and the third parameter key will be set to loss
coefficient D.
Before Setting
Setting procedure
Initial Screen
After Setting
1. In order to change the first parameter displayed
on the Initial screen, press the first (uppermost)
parameter key.
2. The Parameter setting screen is displayed. (The
test parameter (currently Z) to which the pressed
parameter key currently corresponds is shown in
black characters on a white ground, i.e. in nonreversed video).
Presson this screen, and the display will
automatically return to displaying the Initial
screen, with capacitance Cs being displayed as
the first parameter.
If you press thekey on this screen without
Parameter Setting Screen
pressing
the display just returns to displaying the Initial
no new setting is performed, and
,
screen.
NOTE
Any of the test parameters (Z,L,C,R, etc.) (up
to a maximum of four) can be set to correspond
to any of the four parameter keys.