
Keysight Technologies
E4980A Precision LCR Meter
20 Hz to 2 MHz
E4980AL Precision LCR Meter
20 Hz to 300 kHz/500 kHz/1 MHz
Configuration Guide

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E4980A/E4980AL Configuration Guide Introduction
This guide helps you to define the options and accessories for the E4980A and E4980AL precision LCR meters.
The E4980A is the model number of the 20 Hz to 2 MHz frequency range LCR meter. The E4980AL is the model number of 20 Hz to
either 300 kHz, 500 kHz or 1 MHz frequency range LCR meter. The E4980AL is a distributor preferred product.
For configuring options, see this page for the E4980A, and page 8 for the E4980AL.
E4980A Ordering Guide
The following steps will guide you through configuring your E4980A.
Standard Furnished Item
Description Additional Information
CD-ROM Contains User’s Guide (in PDF) and Sample Program. See documentation option for printed manuals.
CD-ROM Contains Keysight IO Libraries Suite (the latest versions).
USB Cable USB (Type A) to USB (Type Mini-B) cable
Power Cable
Certificate of Calibration
Note: Test Fixture and printed copy of User’s Guide are not furnished. See Documentation Option and Available Accessories for the selection of these items.
Step 1. Choose Hardware Option (Mandatory)
Description Option No. Additional Information
Handler Interface E4980A-201 Adds handler interface
Scanner Interface E4980A-301 Adds scanner interface
No Interface E4980A-710 Attaches blank panel to the expansion slots
Notes:
Up to 2 inter faces can be installed in the expansion slots on the rear panel. When no interface is added, two of the E4980A-710 are installed. When one
interface is added, that inter face and the E4980A-710 are installed.
Refer to Hardware Upgrade for retrofit information on the above options.
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E4980A Ordering Guide (continued)
Step 2. Choose Software Option (If not required, go to Step 3)
Description Option No. Additional Information
Power and DC Bias
Enhancement
DCR Measurement E4980A-200 Adds a DC resistance measurement. (mandatory option)
Note: Refer to Sof tware Upgrade for retrofit information on the above options.
Step 3. Choose General/Miscellaneous Accessory Option (If not required, go to Step 4)
Description Option No.
Rackmount Kit E4 980A-1CM
Note: Front Handle Kit and Handle/Rack Mount Kit are not available.
Step 4. Choose Documentation Option (If not required, go to Step 5)
Description Option No. Additional Information
U.S. - English Localization E4980A-ABA Printed manuals are not furnished. Order documentation option if required.
Japan - Japanese Localization E4980A-ABJ
E4980A-001 Increases test signal level range to 20 V/100 mA rms max. Adds internal DC bias function controllable
from 0 ± 40 V/± 100 mA dc, 2nd DC source, and Rdc/Vdc/Idc measurement functions.
Step 5. Choose Calibration Certificate Option
Description Option No. Additional Information
ISO 17025 Compliant Calibration E4980A-1A7 ISO 17025 compliant calibration
ANSI Z540 Compliant Calibration E4980A-A6J ANSI Z540 compliant calibration
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