IM3536
HIOKI IM3536A981-04HIOKI IM3536A981-04
LCR METER
Instruction Manual
Aug. 2022 Revised edition 4
IM3536A981-04 22-08H
Read carefully before use.
Keep for future reference.
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rst time
Safety Information
Names and Functions of
Parts
Screen Layout and
Operation
p.12 Maintenance and Service p.229
p.20
p.22
Troubleshooting
Error Massage and Error
Display
p.238
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Introduction ................................................ 1
Verifying Package Contents ..................... 2
Measurement Process .............................. 8
Safety Information ................................... 12
Operating Precautions ............................ 14
1 Overview 19
1.1 Product Overview and
Features .......................................... 19
1.2 Names and Functions of Parts ..... 20
1.3 Screen Layout and Operation ....... 22
Screen transition diagram ...........................22
Viewing measured values
(Measurement screen) ................................24
Select the measurement mode
(MODE screen) ...........................................26
Setting detailed settings such as
measurement conditions (SET screen) ......27
Checking measurement condition
settings information .....................................28
Conguring correction functionality
(ADJ screen) ...............................................29
Conguring the instrument’s interfaces,
setting the time and date, and checking
the system (SYS screen) ............................30
Displaying and manipulating les on the
USB ash drive (FILE screen) ....................31
2 Measurement
Preparations 33
2.1 Preparation Flowchart ................... 33
2.2 Pre-operation Inspection ............... 35
2.3 Connecting the Power Cord .......... 36
2.4 Connecting the Measurement
Cables, Probes, or Fixture ............. 37
2.5 Turning the Instrument On and
Off .................................................... 38
2.6 Setting the Date and Time ............. 40
3.4 Setting Measurement
Conditions (Basic Settings) .......... 46
Required settings ........................................47
User-congurable settings ..........................58
Measurement and data acquisition
timing ..........................................................69
When measuring conductivity and
permittivity ...................................................71
3.5 Judging Measurement Results ..... 72
Setting the judgment mode .........................73
Conguring comparator function
settings (judging measurement results
based on one judgment standard) ..............73
Conguring BIN function settings
(judging measured values based on
multiple judgment standards) ......................78
3.6 Setting Application Settings ......... 83
Range synchronization
(setting measurement conditions for
individual measurement ranges) .................83
Waveform averaging function
(increasing measurement precision or
measurement speed) ..................................86
High-Z reject function
(detecting contact errors during
2-terminal measurement) ............................88
Contact check function
(detecting poor contact with the sample
during 4-terminal measurement) .................89
Memory function
(saving measurement results) ....................91
Number of effective digits of the
measurement value ....................................94
LCD display auto-off
(power-saving mode) ..................................95
Key tones and judgment tones ...................96
Key-lock function
(disabling key operation) .............................97
4 Using Continuous
Measurement Mode 99
3 Performing
3.1 Setting Display Parameters ........... 41
3.2 Viewing Measured Values.............. 44
3.3 Enlarging Display of
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Mode 41
To perform DC measurement
(DC resistance measurement) ....................42
Measurement Values ...................... 45
4.1 Setting Which Panels to Use in
Continuous Measurement ............. 99
4.2 Performing Continuous
Measurement ................................ 100
4.3 Checking Continuous
Measurement Results .................. 100
4.4 Changing the Display Timing
Setting
(When You Wish to Shorten the
Screen Update Interval) ............... 101
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4.5 Setting the LCD Display AutoOff
(When You Wish to Save the
Power) ........................................... 102
5 Error Correction 103
5.1 Setting the Cable Length
(Cable Length Correction) ........... 104
5.2 Open Correction ........................... 105
Before performing open correction ...........105
All correction .............................................106
Spot correction .......................................... 11 0
5.3 Short Correction ............................112
Before performing open correction ........... 112
All correction ............................................. 113
Spot correction .......................................... 11 4
5.4 If Open or Short Correction
Fails to Complete Normally ..........116
5.5 Disabling Open and Short
Correction Values ..........................118
5.6 Load Correction
(Correcting Values to Match
Reference Values) .........................119
Procedures for the load correction ............120
To reset the correction condition
settings .....................................................127
When load correction fails to complete
normally ....................................................127
Disabling load correction ..........................128
5.7 Correcting Measured Values
with a User-Specied Correction
Coefcient
(Correlation Correction) .............. 129
6 Saving and Loading
Measurement
Condition and
Correction Value Data 131
6.1 Saving Measurement Conditions
and Correction Values
(Panel Save Function) .................. 132
6.2 Loading Measurement
Conditions and Correction
Values (Panel Load Function) ..... 136
6.3 Changing a Panel Name .............. 137
6.4 Deleting a Panel ........................... 138
7 Setting the System 139
7.1 Setting the Interface
(Controlling the Instrument from
a Computer) .................................. 140
7.2 Checking the Version of the
Instrument ..................................... 140
7.3 Testing the System
(Self Diagnosis) ............................ 141
Panel test ..................................................141
Panel calibration .......................................142
Testing the screen display status and
LED status ................................................142
ROM/RAM test ..........................................143
Testing EXT I/O input/output signals .........143
8 Using USB Flash Drive
(Saving and Loading
Data) 145
8.1 Inserting and Removing a USB
Flash Drive .................................... 146
8.2 Checking the Contents of Files
on a USB Flash Drive ................... 147
8.3 Formatting a USB Flash Drive .... 148
8.4 Saving Measurement Data .......... 149
Saving measurement data in text .............149
Saving a copy of the screen .....................158
To specify the save folder .........................160
8.5 Saving Settings Data ................... 161
Saving instrument settings other than
panels .......................................................161
Save all instrument settings including
panels (ALL SAVE function) ...................... 162
8.6 Loading Instrument Settings ...... 163
Loading settings les or panel les ...........163
Loading settings les including panel
les (ALL LOAD function) .........................164
8.7 Checking the Contents of a File . 165
8.8 Deleting Files and Folders .......... 166
8.9 Creating Folders ........................... 167
8.10 Displaying the USB Flash Drive
Information ................................... 168
9 External Control 169
9.1 External Input/Output Connector
and Signals ................................... 170
Instrument connector and supported
connectors ................................................170
Instrument connector signal assignments 170
Input (IN) signal function details ...............175
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BCD mode function details .......................176
Output signals when errors occur .............178
9.2 Example Measurement Timing
(Timing Charts) ............................. 179
9.3 Internal Circuitry .......................... 184
Circuit diagrams ........................................184
Electrical specications .............................186
Connection examples ...............................186
9.4 External I/O Settings .................... 188
Setting the delay time (from judgment
result output to EOM
judgment result reset operation ................189
Disabling the trigger input during
measurement and setting the trigger
input effective edge ...................................190
Setting the E
output time ................................................191
Outputting measured values (switching
to BCD mode) (LCR mode only) ...............192
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output) and
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OM output method and
9.5 External Control Q&A .................. 193
9.6 Measurement Using a Computer 194
10 Specications 195
10.1 General Specications ................ 195
10.2 Environmental and Safety
Specications ............................... 200
10.3 Accessories and Options ............ 201
10.4 Function Specications ............... 201
10.5 Interfaces ...................................... 213
10.6 Measurement Range and
Accuracy ....................................... 215
10.7 About Measurement Times and
Measurement Speed .................... 225
11 Maintenance and
Service 229
11.4 Discarding the Instrument ........... 243
Appendix Appx.1
Appx. 1 Measurement
Parameters and
Calculation Formula ........ Appx.1
Appx. 2 Measurement of High
Impedance
Components ..................... Appx.3
Appx. 3 Measurement of In-
circuit Components ......... Appx.4
Appx. 4 Countermeasures
Against Incorporation of
External Noise .................. Appx.5
Countermeasures against incorporation
of noise from the power line .................Appx.5
Countermeasures against noise from
the measurement cables .....................Appx.6
Appx. 5 Supplying DC Bias ........... Appx.6
How to supply a DC bias voltage .........Appx.7
How to supply a DC bias current .........Appx.8
Appx. 6 The Residual Charge
Protection Function ......... Appx.9
Appx. 7 Series Equivalent Circuit
Mode and Parallel
Equivalent Circuit
Mode ............................... Appx.10
Appx. 8 Open Correction and
Short Correction .............Appx.11
Appx. 9 Attaching Rack-
Mounting Hardware to
the Instrument ................ Appx.12
Appx. 10 Dimensional Diagram .... Appx.14
Appx. 11 Initial Settings Table ...... Appx.15
Appx. 12 Device Compliance
Statement ....................... Appx.23
11.1 Calibration, Inspection, Repair,
11.2 Troubleshooting ........................... 231
11.3 Error Massage and Error
and Cleaning ................................. 229
Calibrations ...............................................229
Inspection and repair ................................229
Replaceable parts and operating
lifetimes .....................................................229
Transporting the instrument ......................230
Cleaning ....................................................230
Before returning for repair .........................231
Initializing (system reset) ..........................236
Performing a full reset
(If you are unable to perform a system
reset) .........................................................237
Display .......................................... 238
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Verifying Package Contents
When you receive the instrument, inspect it carefully to ensure that no damage occurred during
shipping. In particular, check the accessories, panel switch, button, and connectors. If damage
is evident, or if it fails to operate according to the specications, contact your authorized Hioki
distributor or reseller.
Conrm that these contents are provided.
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Accessories
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explanations of communications commands, and the USB driver)
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Power cord ×1
• Measurement cable and xture are not supplied with the instrument as standard equipment. You should
order them separately, according to requirements.
See “Options (reference: open and short correction states)” (p. 3).
• The instrument ships from the factory congured as described in”Appx. 11 Initial Settings Table” (p. Appx.15).
Precautions when transporting the instrument
Store the packaging in which the instrument was delivered, as you will need it when transporting
the instrument.
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Options (reference: open and short correction states)
The following options are available for the instrument. Contact your authorized Hioki distributor
or reseller when ordering. Options are subject to change. Check Hioki’s website for the latest
information.
Probe type (cord length: 1 m)
L2000 4-Terminal Probe
Measurable range: DC to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±42 V peak
(AC+DC)
Maximum applied current: ±1 A peak
(AC+DC)
Measurement terminal hole diameter:
0.3 mm to 5 mm
Alligator-clip-type measurement cables.
These general-purpose dual-electrode
clips t a wide range of conductor
thicknesses.
9140-10 4-Terminal Probe
Open state during open
correction
Width of the measurement
sample
Close the tips of the probes and
place the probes so that they are
as far apart as the width of the
measurement sample.
Shorted state during short
correction
L
POT
L
CUR
Clamp the probe tips together
with the V mark facing up.
H
POT
H
CUR
Measurable range: DC to 200 kHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±42 V peak
(AC+DC)
Maximum applied current: ±1 A peak
(AC+DC)
Measurement terminal hole diameter:
0.3 mm to 5 mm
9500-10 4-Terminal Probe
Measurable range: DC to 200 kHz
Maximum applied voltage: DC±40 [42
V peak (Measurement signal + bias
voltage)]
Maximum applied current: 1 A peak
(Measurement signal + bias voltage)
Measurement terminal hole diameter:
0.3 mm to 2 mm
Rubber-sheathed alligator clip type
Width of the measurement
sample
Close the tips of the probes and
place the probes so that they are
as far apart as the width of the
measurement sample.
Red (High)
Metal wire
Width of the
measurement
Black (Low)
sample
Clamp a short piece of metal wire
with the H
(red) and the L
CUR
and H
CUR
POT
and L
terminals
POT
terminals (black) of the probes
so that they are as far apart as
the width of the measurement
sample.
Clamp the probes on the short
bar.
Red (High)
Metal wire
Black (Low)
Clamp a short piece of metal wire
in the following probe terminal
order: H
CUR
, H
POT
, L
POT
, L
CUR
.
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Probe type (cord length: 1 m)
L2001 Pincher Probe
Measurable range: DC to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±30 V DC
Space between tip electrodes: 0 mm to
approx. 6 mm
Pincer type
*1
Test xture types
9261-10 Test Fixture
Open state during open
correction
Gradations on open
correction xture
Clamp the tip of the pincers
at the open correction xture
gradation (using the same value
as the length of the measurement
sample), taking care to insert the
pincers all the way.
(For sample 1005, the length is
1.0 mm.)
Open state during open
correction
Connect the 9261-10 and the
instrument with the connection
cable (do not clamp anything to
the xture).
Shorted state during short
correction
Close the tip of the pincers.
Shorted state during short
correction
Measurable range: DC to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±40 V DC
Measurement terminal hole diameter:
0.3 mm to 1.5 mm
Cord length: 1 m
9262 Test Fixture
*1
In contact
Insert the short bar all the way
into the sample mounting area.
Measurable range: DC to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±40 V DC
Measurable sample dimensions:
Turn the knob clockwise to tighten
the sample mounting area.
Insert the short bar all the way
into the sample mounting area.
Lead diameter of φ0.3 mm to φ2 mm
Lead pitch of 5 mm or more
This fixture is for measuring lead
components. (less than 10 m
residual
Ω
resistance after zero adjustment)
*1: Although the test xture appears to use a four-terminal setup, two terminals provide contact with the sample
since H
POT
and H
as well as L
CUR
POT
and L
are connected inside the xture and probe.
CUR
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Test xture types
9263 SMD Test Fixture
Measurable range: DC to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±40 V DC
Measurable sample dimensions: Test
sample width of 1 mm to 10 mm
This fixture is for measuring chip
components. (less than 10 m
resistance after zero adjustment)
9677 SMD Test Fixture
*1
residual
Ω
*1
Open state during open
correction
Turn the knob counterclockwise
to open the high and low
electrodes (use the width of the
measurement sample as the open
spacing).
Shorted state during short
correction
Turn the knob clockwise to tighten
the high and low electrodes.
Measurable range: DC to 120 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±40 V DC
Measurable sample dimensions: Test
sample width of 3.5±0.5 mm or less
9699 SMD Test Fixture
*1
Measurable range: DC to 120 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±42 V peak
(AC+DC)
Measurable sample dimensions: Test
sample width of 1 mm to 4 mm
Move the knob to open the high
and low electrodes (use the width
of the measurement sample as
the open spacing).
Turn both knobs counterclockwise
to loosen them (do not place
anything in the sample mounting
area).
Move the knob to close the high
and low electrodes.
Position the included short bar
in the sample mounting area
and turn the knobs clockwise to
secure the measurement sample
in place.
Test sample height of 1.5 mm or less
This xture is for the lower electrode.
*1: Although the test xture appears to use a four-terminal setup, two terminals provide contact with the sample
since H
POT
and H
as well as L
CUR
POT
and L
are connected inside the xture and probe.
CUR
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Test xture types
IM9100 SMD Test Fixture
Measurable range: DC to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±40 V DC
Maximum applied current: 0.15 A rms
(±0.15 A DC)
Measurable sample dimensions:
JIS (EIA): L mm × W mm
0402 (01005) : 0.4 mm × 0.2 mm
0603 (0201) : 0.6 mm × 0.3 mm
1005 (0402) : 1.0 mm × 0.5 mm
For use with SMD components
IM9110 SMD Test Fixture
Measurable range: DC to 1 MHz
Maximum applied voltage:
±42 V peak (AC+DC)
Maximum applied current:
0.15 A rms (±0.15 A DC)
Measurable sample dimensions:
0.25 ±20% × 0.125 ±10% × 0.125
±10% mm (notation base on JIS: 0201)
Open state during open
correction
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Mount the open correction xture
for the 1005 in the test head
measurement area with a pair of
pincers.
1. Move the operating lever
toward CLOSE (MEASURE).
2. Find the position where the
measurement probes switch
between an open state and a
short state.
3. From that position, rotate
the micrometer clockwise
by 0.25 mm (a half turn) for
correction.
See the IM9110 SMD Test Fixture
Instruction Manual to perform
open correction using samples.
Shorted state during short
correction
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1. Remove the template.
2. Mount the short correction
xture in the test head
measurement area, passing
the guide pins through the
holes on the xture.
3. Push the tip of the tip pin
gradually into the short
correction xture.
1. Move the operating lever
toward CLOSE (MEASURE).
2. Find the position where the
measurement probes switch
between open and short
states.
3. From that position, rotate the
micrometer counterclockwise
by 0.1 mm for correction.
See the IM9110 SMD Test Fixture
Instruction Manual to use the
short-compensation jig, which
came with the IM9110.
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DC Bias Unit
9268-10 DC Bias Voltage Unit
Measurable range: 40 Hz to 8 MHz
Maximum applied voltage: ±40 V DC
9269-10 DC Bias Current Unit
Measurable range: 40 Hz to 2 MHz
(The upper-limit frequency decreases
to 1 MHz for extended measurement
cables.)
Maximum applied current: 2 A DC
*2
Open state during open
correction
Connect the following items to the
9268-10:
• Measurement cables and xture
or probe (in the open correction
state)
• Bias application cable
• External DC bias power supply
(with the 0 V output setting on)
Connect the following items to the
9269-10:
• Measurement cables and xture
or probe (in the open correction
state)
• Bias application cable
• External DC bias power supply
(setting off)
(Do not connect the bias
application cable.)
Shorted state during short
correction
Connect the following items to the
9268-10:
• Measurement cables and xture
or probe (in the short correction
state)
• Bias application cable
• External DC bias power supply
(with the 0 V output setting on)
Connect the following items to the
9269-10:
• Measurement cables and xture
or probe (in the short correction
state)
• Bias application cable
• External DC bias power supply
(setting off)
(Do not connect the bias
application cable.)
*2: When using the DC Bias Unit to perform short correction for ALL, use the instrument to turn off the DC
measurement.
When using the DC Bias Unit, use the instrument to turn on the DC bias function and set the voltage at 0.00 V.
(p. 63)
Connection cords
9637 RS-232C Cable
9-pin to 9-pin cross type, Cord length: 1.8 m
9151-02 GP-IB Connector
Cable
Cord length: 2 m
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• Overview of connections: p. 37
(The connection method varies with the probes and
xture being used. For more information, see each
product’s user manual.)
• Optional probes and xtures: p. 3
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Measurement Process
This section uses AC measurement of a laminated ceramic capacitor as an example to provide an
overview of the instrument’s functionality.
Items to be prepared:
9263 SMD Test Fixture, Laminated ceramic capacity you want to measure
Inspect the instrument before measurement. (p. 35)
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Connect the power cord to the instrument. (p. 36)
2
Turn on the instrument. (p. 38)
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(A 60-minute warm-up period is necessary before performing the correction process
described in Step 9.)
Set the date and time. (p. 40)
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Connect the 9263 SMD test xture to the measurement terminals.
Set the measurement mode to LCR. (Default setting: LCR)
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Use the CONTINUOUS setting if you wish to take continuous measurements under multiple sets of
conditions. (In LCR mode, you must rst set and save the measurement conditions.)
See “4 Using Continuous Measurement Mode” (p. 99).
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Set the rst parameter to Cs and the third parameter to D. (p. 41)
Example: Set the rst parameter to Cs
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When you wish to perform DC in addition to AC measurement, set the parameter to Rdc.: “To
perform DC measurement (DC resistance measurement)” (p. 42)
Set the measurement conditions.
Press the SET key, select the BASIC tab, and congure the settings as desired. (The numbers
underneath the buttons indicate the default settings.)
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FREQ
RANGE
LEVEL
SPEED
LIMIT
Measurement frequency: 1.0000 kHz
(p. 47)
(Required: congure based on the
measurement sample.)
Measurement range: AUTO (p. 48)
(Required: congure based on the
measurement sample.)
Measurement signal mode:
Open circuit voltage (V) mode
Measurement signal level: 1.000 V
(p. 52)
(Required: congure based on the
measurement sample.)
Measurement speed: MED (p. 58)
(Optional: Change this setting when
you wish to perform measurement
more quickly or at a higher level of
precision.)
Voltage and current limit: OFF
(p. 62)
(Optional: Set to ON when you wish
to limit the voltage or current that is
applied to the sample.)
AVG
DC BIAS
DELAY
TRIG
SYNC
Average: OFF (p. 60)
(Optional: Set to ON when you wish to
prevent instability in the display value.)
DC bias: OFF (p. 63)
(Optional: Set to ON when you wish
to superimpose the DC voltage on
the measurement signal during
capacitance measurement.)
Trigger delay: 0.0000 s (p. 67)
(Optional: If the trigger synchronous
output function is enabled, set to a
large enough value that measurement
can stabilize.)
Trigger: INT (p. 66)
(Optional: Set to EXT when you wish
to input the trigger manually, using
EXT I/O, or using the interface.)
Trigger synchronous output function:
OFF (p. 68)
(Optional: Change the setting when
you wish to apply the signal to the
sample during measurement only.)
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The method used to connect to the sample
varies with the probe or xture being used. See
each component’s user manual for details.
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• To save measurement conditions internally or load previously saved measurement conditions:
“6 Saving and Loading Measurement Condition and Correction Value Data” (p. 131)
• To perform DC (DC resistance) measurement: “3.4 Setting Measurement Conditions (Basic
Settings)” (p. 46)
Wait at least 60 minutes after turning on the instrument and then perform correction.
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1. Press the ADJ key.
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CABLE
OPEN
SHORT
2. Set the cable length (for the 9263, use a setting of 0 m).
3. Place the 9263 SMD Test Fixture in the open state and perform open correction.
4. Place the 9263 SMD Test Fixture in the shorted state and perform short correction.
• To save measurement conditions internally or load previously saved measurement conditions: “6
Saving and Loading Measurement Condition and Correction Value Data” (p. 131)
• The open state and shorted state vary with the probe or xture being used. (p. 3)
For more information, see each component’s user manual.
“5.1 Setting the Cable Length
(Cable Length Correction)”
(p. 104)
“5.2 Open Correction” (p. 105)
“5.3 Short Correction” (p. 112)
Connect the test sample to the 9263 SMD test xture.
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• To enlarge the measured value display: p. 45
• To change the number of digits used to display
measured values: p. 94
• When you want to judge the measurement
results:
To perform comparator measurement (p. 73),
To perform BIN measurement (p. 78)
• When you want to save the measurement
results:
To save the desired number of measurement
data points (p. 91)
To save one measurement data point before
the save was performed to the USB ash drive
in the CSV format (p. 149)
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Check the measurement results. (p. 44)
Measurement Process
An error message or error display will be shown:
Error massage
Reference Value: No measured value accuracy guarantee
Memory Full: Memory full
Hi Z: Hi Z reject error
Error display
See “11.3 Error Massage and Error Display” (p. 238).
The following functionality is also available
Measuring conductivity and permittivity
Measuring at a high level of precision
Limiting instability of display values
Setting measurement conditions for each measurement range
Increasing the measurement precision or measurement speed
Detecting contact errors during two-terminal measurement
Detecting poor contact with the sample during four-terminal measurement
Changing the key tone or judgment tone
Disabling key operation (key lock function)
Performing measurement by outputting a signal from an external device
to the instrument
Controlling the instrument by sending commands from a computer
Saving settings data to the USB ash drive
Loading settings data from the USB ash drive
p. 71
p. 59
p. 60
p. 83
p. 86
p. 88
p. 89
p. 96
p. 97
p. 66, p. 169
p. 140
p. 161
p. 163
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Safety Information
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Safety Information
This instrument is designed to conform to IEC 61010 Safety Standards, and has been thoroughly
tested for safety prior to shipment. However, using the instrument in a way not described in this
manual may negate the provided safety features.
Before using the instrument, be certain to carefully read the following safety notes.
DANGER
Mishandling during use could result in injury or death, as well as damage to the
instrument. Be certain that you understand the instructions and precautions in
the manual before use.
WARNING
With regard to the electricity supply, there are risks of electric shock, heat
generation, re, and arc discharge due to short circuits. If persons unfamiliar
with electricity measuring instrument are to use the instrument, another person
familiar with such instruments must supervise operations.
Notation
In this manual, the risk seriousness and the hazard levels are classied as follows.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
*
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that will result in death or serious
injury to the operator.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in death or serious
injury to the operator.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate
injury to the operator or damage to the instrument or malfunction.
Indicates information related to the operation of the instrument or maintenance
tasks with which the operators must be fully familiar.
Indicates a high voltage hazard.
If a particular safety check is not performed or the instrument is mishandled,
this may give rise to a hazardous situation; the operator may receive an electric
shock, may get burnt or may even be fatally injured.
Indicates the prohibited action.
Indicates the action which must be performed.
Additional information is presented below.
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Bold
Windows
Names and keys on the screen are indicated in boldface.
Unless otherwise specied, “Windows” represent Windows 7, Windows 8 and
Windows 10.
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Symbols on the instrument
Indicates cautions and hazards.
When the symbol is printed on the
instrument, refer to a corresponding
topic in the Instruction Manual.
Indicates a grounding terminal.
Indicates AC (Alternating Current).
Indicates the ON side of the power
switch.
Indicates the OFF side of the power
switch.
Symbols for Various Standards
Indicates the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE Directive) in EU member
states.
Indicates that the product conforms
to regulations set out by the EU
Directive.
Accuracy
We dene measurement tolerances in terms of f.s. (full scale), rdg. (reading) and dgt. (digit) values,
with the following meanings:
f.s.
rdg.
(maximum display value)
The maximum displayable value. This is usually the name of the currently selected range.
(reading or displayed value)
The value currently being measured and indicated on the measuring instrument.
(resolution)
dgt.
The smallest displayable unit on a digital measuring instrument, i.e., the input value that
causes the digital display to show a “1” as the least-signicant digit.
Measurement categories
To ensure safe operation of measuring instruments, IEC 61010 establishes safety standards
for various electrical environments, categorized as CAT II to CAT IV, and called measurement
categories.
DANGER
• Using a measuring 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.
• Never use a measuring product that lacks category labeling in a CAT II to CAT
IV measurement environment. Doing so could result in a serious accident.
CAT II: When directly measuring the electrical outlet receptacles of the primary electrical
circuits in equipment connected to an AC electrical outlet by a power cord (portable
tools, household appliances, etc.)
CAT III:
CAT IV: When measuring the circuit from the service drop to the service entrance, and to the
When measuring the primary electrical circuits of heavy equipment (xed installations)
connected directly to the distribution panel, and feeders from the distribution panel to outlets
power meter and primary overcurrent protection device (distribution panel)
Distribution panel
Service entrance
Service drop
CAT IV
Power meter
Internal wiring
CAT III
Fixed Installation
CAT II
T
Outlet
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Operating Precautions
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Operating Precautions
Follow these precautions to ensure safe operation and to obtain the full benets of the various functions.
Use of the instrument should conform not only to its specications, but also to the specications of all
accessories, options, and other equipment in use.
DANGER
If the probes, cords or the instrument is damaged, there is a risk of electric
shock. Before using the instrument, perform the following inspection.
• Before using the instrument, check that the coating of the probes or cords
are neither ripped nor torn and that no metal parts are exposed. Using the
instrument under such conditions could result in electric shock. Replace the
probes or cords with those specied by our company.
• Verify that the instrument operates normally to ensure that no damage occurred
during storage or shipping. If you nd any damage, contact your authorized
Hioki distributor or reseller.
Installing the instrument
Installation environment
Installing the instrument in inappropriate locations may cause a malfunction of
instrument or may give rise to an accident. Avoid the following locations.
• Exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature
• Exposed to corrosive or combustible gases
• Exposed to a strong electromagnetic eld or electrostatic charge
• Near induction heating systems (such as high-frequency induction heating
systems and IH cooking equipment)
• Susceptible to vibration
• Exposed to water, oil, chemicals, or solvents
• Exposed to high humidity or condensation
• Exposed to high quantities of dust particles
Installation instructions
• Do not place the device on an unstable table or an inclined place. Dropping or knocking down the device can cause injury or damage to the device.
• Leave sufcient space around the instrument when positioning it. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the instrument or re.
WARNING
CAUTION
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• Install with the bottom surface facing downward.
• Vents must not be obstructed.
50 mm or more 50 mm or more 10 mm or more
Vents
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The instrument can be used with the stand (p. 20).
It can also be rack-mounted (p. Appx.12).
Shipping precautions
Hioki disclaims responsibility for any direct or indirect damages that may occur when this instrument
has been combined with other devices by a systems integrator prior to sale, or when it is resold.
Handling the instrument
This instrument complies with EN 61326 Class A. This instrument may cause interference if
used in residential areas. Such use must be avoided unless the user takes special measures to
reduce electromagnetic emissions to prevent interference to the reception of radio and television
broadcasts.
DANGER
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.
• Note that the instrument may be damaged if the applied voltage or current exceeds
the measurement range.
• Do not use excessive force on the touch panel, and do not use sharp objects that
could damage the touch screen.
• Do not apply heavy downward pressure with the stand extended. The stand could be
damaged.
• If the instrument exhibits abnormal operation or display during use, review the information in “11.2 Troubleshooting” (p. 231) and “11.3 Error Massage and Error Display” (p. 238) before contacting your dealer or Hioki representative.
• To avoid damage to the instrument, protect it from physical shock when transporting
and handling. Be especially careful to avoid physical shock from dropping.
• After use, always turn off the instrument.
Before turning on the instrument
• Before turning the instrument on, make sure the supply voltage matches that
indicated on its power connector. Connection to an improper supply voltage
may damage the instrument and present an electrical hazard.
• To avoid electrical accidents and to maintain the safety specications of this
instrument, connect the power cord provided only to a 3-contact (two-conductor
+ ground) outlet.
• Be sure to ground the power cord. Failure to do so will cause the enclosure to
have a voltage equal to half the supply voltage, resulting in electric shock.
• To avoid shock and short circuits, turn off all power before connecting probes
or cords.
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
Do not connect the supply voltage improperly. Doing so may destroy the instrument’s
internal circuitry.
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DC resistance measurement only
To suppress noise, the instrument needs to be set to match the frequency of the power source. Before
operating, set the instrument to the frequency of your commercial power. If the supply frequency is not set
properly, measurements will be unstable.
See “Line frequency (DC)” (p. 57).
Handling the cords, xtures, and probes
If the insulation on a cord melts, the metal conductor may be exposed. Do not
use any cord whose metal conductor is exposed. Doing so could result in electric
shock, burns, or other hazard.
• To avoid breaking the cords or probes, do not bend or pull them.
• Avoid stepping on or pinching cords, which could damage the cord insulation.
• Keep in mind that, in some cases, conductors to be measured may be hot.
• To avoid damage to the instrument, do not short-circuit the measurement terminals
and do not input voltage to the measurement terminals.
WARNING
CAUTION
• For safety reasons, disconnect the power cord when the instrument is not used.
• To avoid damaging the power cord, grasp the plug, not the cord, when unplugging it
from the power outlet.
• To prevent damage to the BNC connector or junction, be sure to release the locking
mechanism, grip the head of the connector (not the cord), and pull it out.
• Put the protective cap back on the connector when not in use. If the protective cap is
not properly inserted, dust or other foreign matter may enter the connector and cause
damage.
IMPORTANT
• Use only the specied connection cords. Using a non-specied cable may result in incorrect
measurements due to poor connection or other reasons.
Before using a xture or the like, read the instruction manual supplied with the product to be used.
Before using the USB ash drive
CAUTION
• Do not transport the instrument while a USB ash drive is connected. Damage could
result.
• Inserting a USB ash drive upside down, backwards or in the wrong direction may
damage the USB ash drive and/or the instrument.
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• Some USB ash drives are susceptible to static electricity. Exercise care when using
such products because static electricity could damage the USB ash drive or cause
malfunction of the instrument.
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IMPORTANT
• USB ash drives have a limited usable lifetime. After long-term use, data reading and writing
will fail, at which time the USB ash drives must be replaced.
• When a USB ash drive is accessed, the color of the USB icon changes from blue to red. Do
not turn off the instrument while the USB ash drive is being accessed. Also, never remove the
USB ash drive from the instrument. Doing so may result in the data in the USB ash drive be-
ing lost.
• Hioki cannot recover data from damaged or faulty storage media resulting from abnormalities.
We are also unable to provide compensation for such data loss,regardless of the contents or
cause of the failure or damage. We recommend making a backup of all important data on a
computer or other storage devices..
With some USB ash drives, the instrument may not start up if it is turned on while the USB ash
drive is inserted. In such a case, turn the instrument on rst, and then insert the USB ash drive.
It is recommended to try out operation with a USB ash drive before starting to use it for actual
measurements.
Before connecting external I/O
WARNING
• The ISO_5V pin of the EXT I/O connector is a 5 V power output. Do not apply
external power to this pin.
To avoid electric shock or damage to the equipment, always observe the following
precautions when connecting to EXT I/O connectors.
• Always turn off the power to the instrument and to any devices to be connected
before making connections.
• Be careful to avoid exceeding the ratings of EXT I/O connectors. (p. 186)
• During operation, a wire becoming dislocated and contacting another
conductive object can be serious hazard. Use screws to secure the external
connectors.
• Ensure that devices and systems to be connected to the EXT I/O terminals are
properly isolated.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the instrument, observe the following cautions:
• Do not apply voltage or current to the EXT I/O terminals that exceeds their ratings.
• Do not short the ISO_5V and ISO_COM EXT I/O connectors.
See “Instrument connector signal assignments” (p. 170).
Handling the LCR application disc
• When driving relays, be sure to install diodes to absorb counter-electromotive force.
• Exercise care to keep the recorded side of discs free of dirt and scratches. When writing text on a
disc’s label, use a pen or marker with a soft tip.
• Keep discs inside a protective case and do not expose to direct sunlight, high temperature, or
high humidity.
• Hioki is not liable for any issues your computer system experiences in the course of using this
disc.
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Overview
1.1 Product Overview and Features
The HIOKI IM3536 LCR Meter is an impedance measuring instrument which achieves high speed
and high accuracy.
It can be used in a wide range of applications thanks to its broad range of measurement
frequencies and its ability to set measurement conditions based on measurement signal levels.
Overview
Wide range of measurement
conditions
Measurement frequencies: 4 Hz to 8 MHz
Measurement signal levels: 10 mV to 5 V
Continuous measurement mode
Allows measurements to be performed
continuously using precongured
measurement conditions. This function
enables, for example, making pass/fail
judgment with different measurement
conditions.
(Example: Performing C-D measurement with
120 Hz and Rs measurement with 100 kHz in
succession)
Comparator function (p. 73)
Makes HI/IN/LO judgments based on
measured values and two precongured
parameters.
Capable of high-speed
measurement
Up to 1 ms (typical values)
Various interfaces supported
Supports the most suitable EXT I/O (handler
interface) for production lines, USB, GP-IB,
RS-232C and LAN.
BIN function (p. 78)
Ranks measured values in up to 10 categories
based on 2 precongured parameters.
Low impedance can be measured
with high degree of accuracy
Allows you to congure the instrument to
measure low impedance values at a high level
of precision. (p. 59)
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Names and Functions of Parts
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1.2 Names and Functions of Parts
Front
Measurement LEDs
Lights during measurement.
Front USB connector
Connect a USB ash drive
storage device (p. 146).
Judgment result
indication LEDs
Indicates the judgment results
for comparator and BIN
measurement (p. 73, p. 78).
See
“Handling the cords,
xtures, and probes”
(p. 16).
Measurement terminals
Connect measurement cables or a
xture(p. 37).
H
jack: Current source terminal
CUR
H
jack: Detected voltage high terminal
POT
L
jack: Detected voltage low terminal
POT
L
jack: Measurement current detected
CUR
GUARD jack: Shield (measurement ground)
terminal
terminal
LCD display
This is a touch panel display.
Press the keys displayed on the
screen to operate the instrument.
Power button
Turns the instrument on and off
while the main power
in the “on” position
(The main power switch is
located at the rear.)
switch is
(p. 38)
.
Left side Right side
Vents
Keep clear of obstructions(p. 14).
Stand
Enables the instrument to be tilted.
CAUTION
Do not apply heavy downward pressure with the stand extended. The stand could be
damaged.
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Rear
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Names and Functions of Parts
EXT I/O connector
Allows you to control the start of measurement and capture
judgment results by connecting a PLC or I/O board.(p. 170)
See “Before connecting external I/O” (p. 17).
Main power switch
Turns the power on and
off (p. 38).
Rear USB connector
Power inlet
Connect the
supplied power
cord (p. 36).
Vent
Keep clear of
obstructions.
Keep foreign
objects and other
material away.
Connect a USB cable. Connect
to a computer to control the
instrument with communication
commands.
(Bundled LCR Application Disc Communications Manual)
LAN connector
Allows you to connect the instrument to external
devices using a LAN cable.
(Bundled LCR Application Disc - Communications
Manual)
GP-IB connector
Allows you to connect the instrument to
external devices using a GP-IB cable.
(Bundled LCR Application Disc Communications Manual)
RS-232C connector
Allows you to connect the
instrument to external devices
using a RS-232C cable.
(Bundled LCR Application Disc
- Communications Manual)
MAC address of the LAN
(Bundled LCR Application Disc
- Communications Manual)
Serial number
The rst four digits of the 9-digit
number indicate the year (its
last two digits only) and the
month of manufacture.
Do not remove this sticker as
the number is important.
Overview
See “Before turning on the instrument” (p. 15), and
“Handling the cords, xtures, and probes” (p. 16).
Bottom
This instrument can be rack
mounted.
See “Appx. 9 Attaching RackMounting Hardware to the
Instrument” (p. Appx.12).
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Screen Layout and Operation
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1.3 Screen Layout and Operation
This instrument allows you to use a touch panel to set and change all measurement conditions.
Gently touch a key on the screen to select the item or numerical value set for that key.
A selected key turns black.
This manual refers to the act of lightly placing your nger on the screen as “touching” it, and a
nger
mark is used on the screen to represent this action.
Do not use excessive force on the touch panel, and do not use sharp objects that could
damage the touch screen.
Screen transition diagram
Continuous measurement mode
Measurement screen
CAUTION
This screen is
used to select
the measurement
mode (p. 26).
MODE screen
This screen is used to view continuous
measurement results (p. 24).
Return to the Measurement screen with the
EXIT key.
This screen is
used to congure
continuous
measurement
(p. 27).
SET screen
This screen is
used to check and
manipulate les
on the USB ash
drive (p. 31).
FILE screen
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LCR mode
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Screen Layout and Operation
This screen is
used to select the
measurement mode
(p. 26).
Overview
Measurement screen
This screen is used to view measured
values and measurement condition
settings information. (p. 24,p. 28)
MODE screen
This screen is used
to congure detailed
settings such as
measurement
conditions (p. 27).
SET screen
This screen is
used to congure
correction
functionality
(p. 29).
ADJ screen
This screen is
used to congure
the instrument’s
interfaces, to set the
time and date, and
to check the system
(p. 30).
Return to the Measurement screen with the
EXIT key.
SYS screen
This screen is
used to check and
manipulate les on
the USB ash drive
(p. 31).
FILE screen
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Screen Layout and Operation
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Viewing measured values (Measurement screen)
This is the rst screen displayed when the instrument is turned on.
Touch the EXIT key to return to the measurement screen from another screen.
Displaying elements used in both LCR mode and continuous measurement mode
Indicates the usage status of internal memory (p. 93).
Indicates
the selected
measurement
mode.
Operation keys
Displays operation keys as appropriate for the
measurement mode and instrument state.
Displays error
messages.
(p. 238)
Indicates that a
USB ash drive is
connected (p. 146).
Indicates the interface that is
currently set (p. 140).
Menu keys
MODE
SET Set the advanced settings
ADJ Set the correction (p. 29).
SYS Set the system (p. 30).
FILE Set the save settings (p. 31).
Select the measurement mode
p. 26).
(
(p. 27).
(LCR mode only)
(LCR mode only)
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Measurement screen in LCR mode
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Screen Layout and Operation
Indicates the name of the
loaded panel (p. 136).
Parameter keys
Sets which
parameters to
display on the
measurement
screen (p. 41).
Enlarges the
display of
measured values
and comparator
judgment results.
(p. 45)
Switches measurement condition
settings information (p. 28).
Measured values*
Displays measured values for various parameters.
Monitor values
Vac, Vdc: Voltage between the
sample terminals
Iac, Idc: Current passing through
the sample
Displays measurement
condition settings
information.
Displays measurement
condition settings
information. (p. 28)
When the external trigger is
selected, activates the trigger
manually.(p. 67)
Saves the measurement data (p. 151).
*How to view measured values: See “3.2 Viewing Measured Values” (p. 44).
Overview
Measurement screen in continuous measurement mode
Panel No. Measured value
Displays a list of
the panels being
used to perform
continuous
measurement.
Saves the measurement data (p. 151).
*How to view measured value and judgment result: See “4.3 Checking Continuous Measurement Results” (p. 100).
*
Judgment result
*
Scrolls the screen.
Starts continuous
measurement (p. 100).
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