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Glossary: List of the often used terms and abbreviations

R&S

LCX Series

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User Manual 1179.2260.02 ─ 02

Line voltage:

AC voltage of the network.

Synonyms: Mains voltage

LXI:

LAN extensions for instrumentation: device platform for measuring instruments

and test equipment that is based on standard Ethernet technology.

MAC:

Media access control address: unique identifier of the network adapter in an

instrument.

mDNS:

Multicast

mDNS

: protocol that translates hostnames to IP addresses in small

networks which do not include a local server name.

OSA:

Open source acknowledgment documentation embedded in the instrument firm-

ware.

PC:

Personal computer

product page:

A designation of the R&S

LCX product page

http://www.rohde-

schwarz.com/product/LCX.html

Remote control:

The operation of the R&S

LCX by remote control commands or pro-

grams to perform automated tests.
The instrument is connected to a system controller via LAN/VXI-11, GPIB or USB using

VISA

. The instrument is controlled directly or supported by instrument drivers.

Remote device:

External device controls the R&S

LCX in remote operation mode, see

Remote operation.
Synonyms: External controller, client device

SCPI:

Standard commands for programmable instruments.

Serial number:

Unique instrument identification, provided on the rear panel of the

instrument and required to build the

Computer name

The serial number are the last 6 digits in the string

<stock no.>-<serial

number>

, e.g.

LCX100-123456

TCP/IP:

Transmission control protocol / Internet protocol for communication of devices

in a network (Internet or private network).

Summary of Contents for LCX Series

Page 1: ...R S LCX Series LCR Meter User Manual 1179226002 Version 02 F 2...

Page 2: ...ip lead 3638 6446 02 R S LCX Z3 Accessory test fixture for SMD components 3639 2509 02 R S LCX Z4 Accessory test tweezers for SMD components 3639 2515 02 R S LCX Z5 Accessory transformer test cables 3...

Page 3: ...urity procedures 14 3 6 Printed safety instructions 15 3 7 Data sheets and brochures 15 3 8 Release notes and open source acknowledgment OSA 15 3 9 Application notes application cards white papers etc...

Page 4: ...6 Measurement setups 52 6 1 About test fixtures 52 6 1 1 Test fixture for axial radial lead type components 52 6 1 2 Kelvin clip lead 53 6 1 3 Test fixture for SMD components 54 6 1 4 Test tweezers f...

Page 5: ...he configuration preset function 84 8 8 Specific instrument functions 85 8 8 1 Live chart viewer 86 8 8 2 Logging chart viewer 89 8 8 3 Logging 94 8 8 4 Dynamic impedance measurement 98 8 8 5 Binning...

Page 6: ...32 9 12 Save recall 133 9 12 1 Save recall settings 133 9 12 2 Using the save recall function 134 9 13 Customizing general instrument settings 136 10 Network operation and remote control 139 10 1 Over...

Page 7: ...ion subsystem 180 11 7 DATA subsystem 186 11 8 DIMeasure subsystem 188 11 9 DISPLay subsystem 192 11 10 FUNCtion subsystem 194 11 11 HANDler subsystem 198 11 12 LOG subsystem 200 11 13 Measurement com...

Page 8: ...Contents R S LCX Series 8 User Manual 1179 2260 02 02 14 4 Disposal 225 Glossary List of the often used terms and abbreviations 227 List of commands 230 Index 233...

Page 9: ...tions Products from the Rohde Schwarz group of companies are manufactured according to the highest technical standards To use the products safely follow the instructions provided here and in the produ...

Page 10: ...jury If you mount products in a rack ensure that the rack has sufficient load capacity and stability Observe the specifications of the rack manufacturer Always install the prod ucts from the bottom sh...

Page 11: ...e liquid cleaning agents Meaning of safety labels Safety labels on the product warn against potential hazards Potential hazard Read the product documentation to avoid personal injury or product damage...

Page 12: ...nal word indicates the severity of the safety hazard and how likely it will occur if you do not follow the safety precautions DANGER Imminently hazardous situation Will result in death or serious inju...

Page 13: ...Outstanding key features are Frequency range 4 kHz to 300 kHz R S LCX100 and up to 10 MHz R S LCX200 Measurement functions L C R Z X Y G B D Q M N Basic accuracy 0 05 Continuous manual or external co...

Page 14: ...l a complete description of the remote control commands with programming examples and information on maintenance instrument interfaces and error messages Includes the contents of the getting started m...

Page 15: ...en source acknowledgment OSA The release notes list new features improvements and known issues of the current firmware version and describe the firmware installation The open source acknowledgment doc...

Page 16: ...ry is incomplete or equipment is damaged contact Rohde Schwarz See also Chapter 13 Transporting on page 224 4 1 3 Choosing the operating site Specific operating conditions ensure proper operation and...

Page 17: ...mation on the weight see the data sheet 2 CAUTION Foldable feet can collapse See Setting up the product on page 10 Always fold the feet completely in or out With folded out feet do not place any thing...

Page 18: ...er the rack adapter kit designed for the R S LCX For the order number see the data sheet b Mount the adapter kit Follow the assembly instructions provided with the adapter kit 2 Lift the R S LCX to sh...

Page 19: ...put and output levels Information on signal levels is provided in the data sheet Keep the signal levels within the specified ranges to avoid damage to the product and connected devices 4 1 6 Connectin...

Page 20: ...ains voltage must be within the voltage range as denoted on the instrument The label is at the rear panel on the left of the AC power connector and power switch The power supply module covers a wide p...

Page 21: ...using the grounding connection A ground connector socket is at the front panel to connect a ground cable with a banana plug As an alternative a ground terminal at the rear panel enables you to connect...

Page 22: ...ceed as follows a Check if you have connected both the R S LCX and the controller PC to the LAN b Consult your network administrator to request support and an IP address if necessary c If necessary as...

Page 23: ...nt panel 4 1 9 Connecting a test fixture The R S LCX enables you to measure passive components like capacitors coils resistors transformers To measure such components requires the use of suitable meas...

Page 24: ...3 Fastening the test fixture The mechanical test setup is ready for operation Connecting a test fixture with the BNC to BNC extension If you are using the BNC to BNC extension option R S LCX Z11 you c...

Page 25: ...fore shut down Shutting down the product Press the power key All current settings are saved and the operating system shuts down The power changes to gray off To disconnect from power The product is in...

Page 26: ...g keys see Settings keys on page 28 6 Measurement control keys see Measurement control keys on page 28 7 BNC measurement connectors see L CUR L POT H CUR H POT on page 29 8 Measurement mode keys see M...

Page 27: ...layed on the screen For information on how to operate the instrument see Chapter 4 4 2 Means of manual interaction on page 35 Basic display keys The utility keys arrange different windows on the displ...

Page 28: ...l select the parameters for the measurement Table 4 4 Measurement function controls Key Assigned functions L Selects the function for measuring inductance C Selects the function for capacity measureme...

Page 29: ...rements signal generator L POT low potential signal input for parallel measurement voltage measure ments H CUR high current signal input for series measurements current measure ments H POT high potent...

Page 30: ...pose interface bus GPIB interface to connect a computer for remote con trol of the R S LCX See Establishing the GPIB remote control connection on page 158 Kensington lock Flat key security slot to pre...

Page 31: ...urned on the potential to ground deviates only by a maxi mum of 18 V Without external bias make sure that the voltage at the two sockets does not exceed the safety extra low voltage or the specified 4...

Page 32: ...hat you use the test fixture that fits best for your application and align the instrument on all frequencies Keep the order as given to minimize parasitic parts and thus to optimize the measurement ac...

Page 33: ...cy a On the screen select Frequency b Enter e g 10 kHz using the keypad on the screen c Confirm with 2 To select the level parameter Before setting the test signal level you can select either the sign...

Page 34: ...me position as expected for the mea surement or the spacing between SMD pins must correspond to the size of the measurement sample b Set Open Correction Enabled ON The open correction also lasts for a...

Page 35: ...nd measurements A controller PC with remote access to the instrument runs the programs See Chapter 4 4 3 Remote control on page 46 for an overview of the interfaces provided for remote control 4 4 2 M...

Page 36: ...a rotary knob and right left keys The rotary knob allows you to navigate on the home screen or in dialogs and to set parameters The move the cursor in entry fields This manual describes the manual int...

Page 37: ...ferent measurement configurations and assign them as favorites with the Configuration preset softkeys on page 40 The indicator displays the currently active preset configuration Preset 1 2 3 displays...

Page 38: ...flash SCPI command received successfully red A remote control error has occurred entered in the SCPI error queue gray no SCPI communication Measurement mode White indicates that the R S LCX measures i...

Page 39: ...cription Measurement mode Measurement speed Indicates the set measurement speed fast medium slow In triggered mode the icon is grayed out See Measurement Speed on page 76 O S L Indicates if open short...

Page 40: ...urements You can assign up to three predefina ble configuration presets How to see Chapter 8 7 2 Using the configuration preset function on page 84 Signal parameters Figure 4 8 Measurement signal para...

Page 41: ...splay characteristics The following section provides a short insight on the indication of the screen in general and significant elements that you see under specific operating modes in dialogs or set t...

Page 42: ...the header of the editor window shows the param eter for selection Each editor lists the available values and buttons to confirm the selection On screen keypads As additional means of interacting with...

Page 43: ...functionality All functionalities are provided in dialogs menus editors or keypads as known from computer programs You can control the instrument intuitively with the touchscreen This section provide...

Page 44: ...n provided in a list 1 If necessary scroll through the list Tip You do not need the focus exactly on the bar touch and swipe the list 2 As an alternative you can use the rotary knob a Turn the knob to...

Page 45: ...l controls You can also control the R S LCX with the front panel controls e g if you have locked the touchscreen See Chapter 9 3 2 Using the user button function on page 119 1 Select the corresponding...

Page 46: ...characters Access and control are similar as described above 4 4 3 Remote control In addition to operating the R S LCX directly on the instrument it is also possible to operate and control it from a...

Page 47: ...inary axis jX R Q D 1 Q D 1 Q 500 D 0 002 Z 1000 Q 500 D 0 002 Q 500 D 0 002 Q 500 D 0 002 Figure 5 1 Phase angle and integral sections L inductance R resistance C capacitance Z impedance D dissipatio...

Page 48: ...ue measured with parallel equivalent circuit model Rs or ESR Equivalent series resistance measured with series equivalent circuit model Rp Equivalent parallel resistance measured with paral lel equiva...

Page 49: ...e F dissipation factor Cs Rs serial capacitance F serial resistance Cp Q parallel capacitance F quality factor Cp D parallel capacitance F dissipation factor Cp Rp parallel capacitance F serial resist...

Page 50: ...nce phase angle rad Z d impedance phase angle Y r admittance S phase angle rad Y d admittance S phase angle selectable as second measurement parameter pair 5 3 Considerations on measurement accuracy T...

Page 51: ...om application lcx The application note guides you how to proceed in general and how to determine the value for specific sample components see the data sheet Specifications on the product page www roh...

Page 52: ...All test fixtures provided for connecting to the R S LCX feature the 4 terminal pair measurement method Test fixture for axial radial lead type components 52 Kelvin clip lead 53 Test fixture for SMD...

Page 53: ...automatically 6 1 2 Kelvin clip lead The Kelvin clip lead R S LCX Z2 test fixture is designed for measuring components with particular size shape or terminals Figure 6 2 R S LCX Z2 Kelvin clip lead T...

Page 54: ...lamp it between two connection pins To perform short correction close the contacts of the connection pins For open correc tion use the lever to open the pins until the spacing between them corresponds...

Page 55: ...and miniature SMD tweezers To perform short correction close the hold contacts of the tweezers For open correc tion leave the contacts open 6 1 5 Test fixture with cables for transformer components T...

Page 56: ...spondingly for the circuit with lower number of windings As an alternative it is possible to install a user specific test setup at the BNC connec tors directly For open and short correction the test l...

Page 57: ...h the BNC to BNC extension on page 24 6 2 Configuring the test signal The accuracy of the measured impedance depends mainly on the test frequency and level Therefore each measurement requires that you...

Page 58: ...lues from 30 up to infinity LowZ Mode OFF 100 3 measures values from 0 to 3 100 100 measures all values but with limited accuracy 300 measures values from 300 up to infinity To achieve best measuremen...

Page 59: ...rent the most common method is to superimpose the AC with a DC current How to Setting a current bias on page 61 Example DC dependency of capacitors Some capacitor types e g electrolytic or tantalum ca...

Page 60: ...the external bias voltage monitor can be inac curate Setting an external voltage bias To bias a capacitive component sample with a DC voltage supplied by a power supply instrument 1 NOTICE Check all...

Page 61: ...that bias is active 6 3 3 Current bias Option R S LCX K108 When measuring inductances it is often necessary to superimpose a current bias on the test signal You can set an internal current bias from...

Page 62: ...ance as described e g in Measuring an inductor on page 64 7 To activate the current bias press the Bias Enable key The lighting Bias Enable key indicates that bias is active Deactivating current bias...

Page 63: ...a DC voltage bias is nec essary 1 To select the capacitance measurement DUT component type press the C key 2 Set the measurement frequency of the test signal e g 1 kHz 3 To select the parameters for m...

Page 64: ...The measurement starts and you can see the readings on the screen The expected result is approximately Ls 280 H tolerance The phase angle Z 70 Measuring the inductance of a transformer This example re...

Page 65: ...connecting the second transformer winding 1 To select the transformer measurement DUT component type press the Transformer key 2 To select the parameters for measurement results display a Select the...

Page 66: ...th the test fixture R S LCX Z5 You can also use only the included standard cables for inductance measurements without the test adapter To measure the leakage inductance the short circuit measurement p...

Page 67: ...ed by a manual trigger sig nal To initiate a trigger signal you can use the Trig key at the front panel or send the remote control command TRG on page 175 Using the manual trigger mode you can e g mea...

Page 68: ...next trigger signal To apply the external signal connect the signal source to the Trigger Input at the rear panel 8 1 2 Working with the measurement modes Using the continuous measurement mode To mea...

Page 69: ...display 8 2 1 Display mode settings Access 1 To select the measurement result display press the home key at the front panel The numeric display shows the readings of four measurement pairs by default...

Page 70: ...racy on page 207 8 2 2 Configuring the main view Selecting the parameters for display To select the measurement parameters in the numeric view 1 At the front panel press the home key 2 Select the para...

Page 71: ...creen e g Fre quency Press the hardkey of the corresponding parameter at the front panel e g Freq On screen keypads open providing the corresponding entry fields for setting the value and the unit of...

Page 72: ...ets the value of the internal voltage preload Remote command BIAS VOLTage LEVel on page 179 Comp Accesses the Open Short Load Correction dialog see Chapter 8 6 1 Measurement parameter settings on page...

Page 73: ...ters that you can configure for your specific measurement in addition to the test signal measurement mode or mea surement functions About measurement parameters Aspects on the measurement parameters M...

Page 74: ...The numerous types of passive components with a wide variety of shapes require suitable test fixtures which in turn are equipped with or without test leads clips or probes etc As a result measurement...

Page 75: ...ables you to configure measurement conditions e g cable length from the connected test fixture external bias of impedance measurement range The required remote commands are described in Chapter 11 5 B...

Page 76: ...select 0 m as there are no cable losses to be compensated For test adapters with leads set the parameter to 1 m accordingly Remote command CORRection LENGth on page 182 Test Signal Type Selects the pa...

Page 77: ...measured value Concerning the separation point the function determines the equivalent circuit based on the estimated absolute value of Z See also About measurement parameters Auto function Measurement...

Page 78: ...front panel 2 Select the Measurement tab 3 Select Open Short Load Correction Figure 8 3 Open Short Load correction dialog In this menu you can activate the corresponding corrections directly and acces...

Page 79: ...the correction at a defined working point The function requires that you have activated the state see Open Short Load Correc tion Enabled on page 79 and set the test fixture to open or short according...

Page 80: ...te on page 185 Reference Load R Sets the resistance value as refence for the load correction Reference Load X Sets the impedance value as refence for the load correction 8 6 3 Setting measurement para...

Page 81: ...Confirm the setting g Press the Range key h Select the expected impedance e g 3 k 2 Press the Comp key at the front panel The Open Short Load Correction dialog opens 3 Perform an open spot correction...

Page 82: ...you want to measure or one of the series of samples used as default standard value Prerequisite is also that you execute the open and short correction before 1 Execute the short and open spot correcti...

Page 83: ...selectable i e the currently inactive preset softkeys When you switch to another configuration preset it adjusts the labels of the keys and the indicator according to the selection When switching to a...

Page 84: ...84 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 84 1 2 3 84 measurement settings 84 Preset 1 Preset 2 Preset 3 Indicates the active configuration preset 1 2 3 Selects one out of three configuration preset memory slots...

Page 85: ...changing configuration 1 Select the measurement function required for the measurement 2 Set the test signal parameters 3 Select the measurement parameters for results display 4 Assign the configurati...

Page 86: ...t viewer The live chart view enables you to evaluate and validate the current measurement graphically Access You have two options to open the live chart view 1 Open from the functions tab a Press the...

Page 87: ...nd configure the traces Access 1 Press the settings key at the front panel 2 In the Functions tab select Live Chart 2 3 4 1 8 7 6 5 Figure 8 10 Live chart controls 1 Time base 2 Parameter pair softkey...

Page 88: ...cal display of the measurement 8 8 1 2 Displaying the readings in the live chart Displaying the results graphically To display the measurement progress and the readings in the graphic view 1 Press the...

Page 89: ...ect Clear to restart the trace display The graph shows the traces of the measured values for the selected parameters If enabled the chart assigns the measured minimum and maximum readings to the trace...

Page 90: ...ts for the selected parameters The softkeys enable you to select the parameters for display according to your measurement Gaps in a trace indicate invalid measurement results 8 8 2 1 Log chart setting...

Page 91: ...t the resolution and shift the displayed traces within the graph with touch and drag How to see Chapter 8 8 2 2 Displaying recordings in the log chart on page 92 logging file name 91 measurement param...

Page 92: ...8 8 2 2 Displaying recordings in the log chart Customizing the log chart view To shift the graph or to adjust the trace colors or the resolution you have the following options 1 If the chart is out of...

Page 93: ...Enable e Confirm with Apply 4 Repeat step 3 to assign additional traces The R S LCX displays the customized chart accordingly Figure 8 18 Customized log chart 5 To return to the initial view select Re...

Page 94: ...e Aspects on the logging function The R S LCX does not support external USB hard drives or USB extensions We recommend that you use USB flash drives with FAT FAT32 formatting The instrument recognizes...

Page 95: ...ed remote commands are described in Chapter 11 12 LOG subsystem on page 200 How to see Chapter 8 8 3 2 Using the logging function on page 97 Enabled 95 Save Location 95 Target Folder 96 Mode 96 Interv...

Page 96: ...ues until you stop the logging function The amount of recorded data is limited by the size of the memory the data is saved on Count Records a defined number of measurement readings To determine the nu...

Page 97: ...ime Start Time Accesses the Set Date Time function to configure a date and time stamp for the recorded data in logging Mode Span How to see Configuring logging settings on page 98 Remote command LOG S...

Page 98: ...ens 4 Select Span 5 Confirm you selection 6 To set the time parameters for the selected mode a Select Interval b In the on screen keypad enter time and unit e g 0 1 s c Confirm with d Proceed the same...

Page 99: ...nt menu you can configure the parameter settings for this function You can select the measurement parameter for the sweep i e the parameter that changes its value throughout the process based on the r...

Page 100: ...efine the step width with the Interval type and the corresponding settings parameter either Step Size or Number of Points on page 101 Test Signal Voltage Varies the test signal voltage level during th...

Page 101: ...asure INTerval STEPsize on page 190 Number of Points Sets the number of measurement points within the measurement range Min Max Remote command DIMeasure INTerval POINts on page 190 Abort Cancels a dyn...

Page 102: ...ical view of the acquired measure ment data It saves the generated log file with the file name indicated on the upper left side of the screen Canceling a dynamic impedance measurement Once you have st...

Page 103: ...ing function is enabled the R S LCX measures the connected component initiated by a trigger signal It indicates the result i e the corresponding bin on the screen and also assigns a signal at one of t...

Page 104: ...the interface specification see section Digital trigger and control interfa ces in the data sheet Table 8 1 Pin assignment Pin Signal Direction Pin Signal Direction 1 8 Digital output 1 to 8 OUT 14 3...

Page 105: ...ses the file manager function to upload the binning configuration file Remote command HANDler CONFig PATH on page 200 8 8 5 4 Binning measurement settings When you have enabled the binning measurement...

Page 106: ...nfigured bin 9 User specified bins 10 Histogram The specific binning display shows the configuration parameters of the measure ment and the bins for sorting the measured components A bar graph display...

Page 107: ...the first sorting characteristic Secondary param Indicates the latest measurement value for the second sorting characteristic Bins Indicates the configured bins including the range of each category a...

Page 108: ...nly one signal enabled it is assigned to pin 8 b Measurement sets the measurement parameter pair e g Rs X c PrimaryFormat SecondaryFormat determine the format the bin limits are defined Possible value...

Page 109: ...1 1e3 1 1e3 5 1e3 10 Loading the binning file To upload the binning proceed as follows 1 Connect the USB stick to the USB B connector at the front panel of the instrument 2 To access the binning sett...

Page 110: ...a binning file on page 108 2 Load the binning file according to Loading the binning file on page 109 3 To activate the binning function turn Enable 4 Press the home key The R S LCX switches to measure...

Page 111: ...he instrument according to per sonal preferences and requirements However you can individually adjust the settings at any time for example for specific applications Access 1 Press the settings key at...

Page 112: ...page 113 File handling on page 113 File contents on page 113 Types of data files Data files include device settings measurement configurations and records screen shots hardware and firmware configura...

Page 113: ...ransfer files from and to the instrument or to exchange files use one of the follow ing alternatives Connect a memory stick to one of the USB A interfaces The instrument recognizes automatically a con...

Page 114: ...rectory Copy from internal memory to USB Copy from USB to internal memory Delete Removes selected files from the directory Deletes the selected file Remote command DATA LIST on page 187 DATA DELete on...

Page 115: ...LCX OSA documentation directly from the instrument To view the OSA document 1 Connect a USB memory stick to the USB B connector at the front panel of the instrument 2 To access the file manager select...

Page 116: ...er 9 12 Save recall on page 133 Service rsd Device information rsd See Chapter 9 10 Device information on page 129 Firmware rsu See Chapter 9 11 Update device on page 131 Licenses xml See Chapter 9 9...

Page 117: ...ter 10 3 Remote access settings on page 149 Network Leads you to the Network connection dialog to configure the ethernet connection USB Class Opens a selection dialog to set the communication protocol...

Page 118: ...addresses on page 159 9 3 User button The user button enables you to assign a certain function to the User key for quick access 9 3 1 User button settings Access 1 Press the settings key at the front...

Page 119: ...ction The following instructions show how to assign a function given by the example of the touchscreen lock It is also explained how to undo the assignment Assigning the touch lock function to the Use...

Page 120: ...ice tab select Screenshot Figure 9 7 Screenshot The Screenshot menu provides access to dialogs and editors for managing and saving instrument settings Save Location 120 Save Location Accesses a dialog...

Page 121: ...user defined target folder for the screenshot files the USB memory stick must be connected 1 Connect the USB memory stick to the USB interface at the front panel of the R S LCX 2 Press the settings ke...

Page 122: ...s The standard csv file format the R S LCX saves the data allows you to use a spreadsheet application for numerical or graphical analysis and evaluation A csv file saves tabular data numbers and text...

Page 123: ...th both either a CR or an LF LF Inserts a line beak with an LF 9 5 2 Configuring CSV data For subsequent acquisition of logged data with a PC application you can determine the separators and designato...

Page 124: ...eters Initially the R S LCX indicates the date and time setting of the operating system You can update or modify this setting individually The required remote commands are described in Chapter 11 15 S...

Page 125: ...ISPLay subsys tem on page 192 and Chapter 11 15 SYSTem subsystem on page 211 How to see Customizing the appearance on page 137 Display Brightness 125 Key Brightness 125 Display Brightness Sets the bri...

Page 126: ...ARNing STATe on page 216 SYSTem BEEPer WARNing IMMediate on page 216 SYSTem BEEPer COMPlete STATe on page 216 SYSTem BEEPer COMPlete IMMediate on page 216 9 9 Licenses The R S LCX provides options tha...

Page 127: ...cense key manually Enables you to register a new option Enables you to remove a registered option Load File Opens a file manager window to load a license key file e g from a connected USB memory devic...

Page 128: ...ngs Device Licenses 3 Select Add to open the Enter License Key keypad Figure 9 13 License key on screen keypad 4 Enter the key 30 digits of the option in the entry box 5 Review your input carefully 6...

Page 129: ...d lists the deactivated in the Deactivation window 9 10 Device information To get an overview on the configuration of your instrument you can retrieve informa tion on the instrument model its hardware...

Page 130: ...Create Dump File Saves the device information in a file 9 10 2 Using the dump file function The dump file function allows you to save the device information in the file format rsd It saves data in a...

Page 131: ...memory stick does not need to be bootable and previous data on the stick is not affected Several update files can reside on the stick in parallel During update procedure the stick is not modified by t...

Page 132: ...ctory of the USB memory stick 4 Connect the USB memory stick to the USB interface at the front panel of the R S LCX 5 Press the settings key at the front panel 6 In the Device tab select Update Device...

Page 133: ...2 1 Save recall settings With the Save Recall Device Settings functions you can save the complete instru ment settings in files and reload the settings for reuse Access 1 Press the settings key at the...

Page 134: ...ngs to File If you have connected an external USB memory device the R S LCX opens a selection editor a Select the memory location you want to save the settings file b Confirm your selection The R S LC...

Page 135: ...elect Default Settings The R S LCX displays a message that prompts you to confirm If confirmed the R S LCX resets current instrument settings to factory default 3 When completed a confirming message p...

Page 136: ...the instrument internal clock and calender or to cus tomize the brightness of the screen display and the front panel keys In addition you can activate an acoustic sound for specific occurrences Settin...

Page 137: ...and Minute c Confirm your entry 5 To change the clock format a Select Change Clock Format Figure 9 17 Clock format editor b Set the format and confirm Customizing the appearance To adjust the brightne...

Page 138: ...or to the left e g to set 50 c Confirm with OK 4 Close the appearance dialog with OK Customizing the sound settings To activate a beep on error 1 Press the settings key at the front panel 2 In the De...

Page 139: ...ns provide information required for operating the R S LCX remotely The information applies to all applications and operating modes supported by the instrument Definitions specified in the SCPI standar...

Page 140: ...locally operable The GUI is visible To perform the settings you can operate the instrument as with the manual control During remote operation over VNC the direct control of the instrument is not dis a...

Page 141: ...ols The R S LCX supports various interfaces for remote control You need the connection between both devices and an application software on the controller PC that supports communication over the used i...

Page 142: ...5 Adjusting interface addresses on page 159 LAN interface 142 USB interface 144 GPIB interface IEC IEEE bus interface 145 Status reporting system 146 10 2 1 LAN interface To be integrated in a LAN th...

Page 143: ...log You can also adjust the IP address manually see Assigning the LAN interface addresses manually on page 159 The following section lists the characteristics of the VISA resource strings for the corr...

Page 144: ...the VNC port manually on page 160 10 2 2 USB interface For remote control using USB the PC and the instrument must be connected over the USB B interface Software for instrument control and the VISA pr...

Page 145: ...serial number INSTR USB denotes the used interface vendor ID is the manufacturer ID for Rohde Schwarz product ID is the product identification of the instrument serial number is the individual serial...

Page 146: ...ed channel INSTR indicates the instrument resource class optional Note If the VISA implementation supports the GPIB interface you can optionally define the VISA Instrument Control Resource INSTR It is...

Page 147: ...2 13 14 15 0 Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Channel 5 Channel 6 Channel 7 Channel 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Master in multichannel mode can query channel fan out of these bits Figure 10 2 Graphical ove...

Page 148: ...it is set while the instrument is waiting for the trigger 6 0 7 0 8 LIMit 9 INTegrating 10 LOGging This bit is set as long as Logging is enabled 11 LOCKed Instrument locked RWLock 12 INRush 13 0 14 0...

Page 149: ...his section outlines the settings required for accessing and configuring the provided remote control interfaces It includes the interface settings access addresses and the access using controller devi...

Page 150: ...the LAN dialog for setting the interface parameters see Chapter 10 3 2 LAN settings on page 151 VNC Accesses the VNC dialog for configuring the VNC port address see Chapter 10 3 3 VNC settings on page...

Page 151: ...Note We recommend that you do not change the hostname to avoid problems with the network connection If you change the hostname be sure to use a unique name How to see Assigning the SCPI raw port and h...

Page 152: ...commands required to configure the network remotely are described in Chapter 11 15 SYSTem subsystem on page 211 How to Assigning the LAN interface addresses manually on page 159 Settings DCHP Auto IP...

Page 153: ...Remote command SYSTem COMMunicate LAN DGATeway on page 217 Apply Configuration Applies the modified settings Remote command n a Reset LAN Conection Terminates the network connection of the instrument...

Page 154: ...ed Activates remote access over the VNC port Remote command SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC STATe on page 219 VNC Port Sets the port number for remote control using a VNC client tool How to see Assigni...

Page 155: ...it can be necessary that you have to download a file before you can access or modify it Access 1 Press the settings key at the front panel 2 In the device settings menu select Interfaces 3 Select Netw...

Page 156: ...to verify the identity for authentication By default the password for FTP access corresponds to the serial number of your instru ment Note We recommend that you assign a dedicated user specific passw...

Page 157: ...For remote control over GPIB you can address the R S LCX over a channel address Access 1 Press the settings key at the front panel 2 In the device settings menu select Interfaces 3 Select GPIB Addres...

Page 158: ...ing To troubleshoot the problem proceed as follows a Check if you have connected both the R S LCX and the controller PC to the LAN b Consult your network administrator to request support and an IP add...

Page 159: ...CP or if the instrument is set to use alternate TCP IP configuration you must set the addresses manually see Assigning the LAN interface addresses manually on page 159 SCPI Raw Port As an alternative...

Page 160: ...ith When the connection is established successfully the R S LCX displays the white network icon in the instrument status bar Assigning the VNC port manually Using a VNC client you can access the R S L...

Page 161: ...hat you have estab lished the connection see Establishing the LAN connection on page 21 To set the FTP access settings manually 1 Press the settings key at the front panel 2 In the device settings men...

Page 162: ...ry information from your network administrator If you use more than one LAN connector you need separate address information for each connec tor For information on how to configure the LAN settings ref...

Page 163: ...tion see Establishing the GPIB remote control connection on page 158 To select and enter the GPIB manually 1 To access the setting the settings key at the front panel 2 In the device settings menu sel...

Page 164: ...dialog shows the current address configuration of the interface Starting a remote control session To start remote control 1 Send a command from the controller 2 VXI 11 protocol LAN or USB interface Us...

Page 165: ...e instrument over a web application 10 For accessing the instrument remotely you have several options see e g Setting up a VNC remote access connection with a web browser Setting up a VNC connection w...

Page 166: ...vide a build in VNC client but for Windows operating systems you must have installed a VNC client software on the controller PC Various free of charge applications are available for download on the In...

Page 167: ...desktop operation You can terminate remote access operation anytime without affecting ongoing pro cesses and measurements 1 Close the VNC client application Note If the connection is interrupted acci...

Page 168: ...ntroller PC e g the Windows Explorer or the Internet Explorer 2 To connect to the FTP server enter the FTP address string of the R S LCX in the address bar The address string follows the syntax ftp ip...

Page 169: ...directory e g _LCR200_FTP if necessary d For immediate access enable the Open this network location checkbox e Confirm with Finish The available file directories of the instrument appear under the mo...

Page 170: ...remote control R S LCX Series 170 User Manual 1179 2260 02 02 Wait until an ongoing transfer process has finished 2 Close the FTP client application 3 To reconnect proceed as described above Operating...

Page 171: ...t is the result of a query Parameters required only for setting are indicated as Setting parameters Parameters required only to refine a query are indicated as Query parameters Parameters that are onl...

Page 172: ...RST and SYSTem PRESet are equivalent for this purpose CLS also resets the status reg isters and clears the output buffer In all the examples we assume that A remote PC is connected to the instrument...

Page 173: ...Sets the event status enable register to the specified value The query returns the con tents of the event status enable register in decimal form Parameters Value Range 0 to 255 ESR Event status read R...

Page 174: ...default settings are indicated in the description of commands Usage Setting only SAV Number Save Stores the current instrument settings under the specified number in an intermediate memory The setting...

Page 175: ...r subsystem Usage Event Manual operation See Trigger source on page 68 See Trig on page 73 WAI Wait to continue Prevents servicing of the subsequent commands until all preceding commands have been exe...

Page 176: ...ime interval APERture SHORt 8 Query current settings min max and default values FREQuency CW Response 1000 FREQuency CW MAX Response 10E 6 FREQuency CW MIN Response 4 VOLTage LEVel Response 1 00 VOLTa...

Page 177: ...ing and query Current Level Range 0 0001 A to 0 2 A Default unit A Example See Example Setting key parameters on page 176 Manual operation See Level Level on page 71 FREQuency CW Test Signal Frequency...

Page 178: ...sign an internally generated voltage level and enable bias BIAS VOLTage LEVel 1 BIAS CURRent LEVel 0 1 BIAS STATe 1 Query an externally applied voltage level and enable bias BIAS EXTernal MEASure VOLT...

Page 179: ...BIAS STATe Bias State BIAS STATe Bias State Activates the internal DC bias To set the corresponding bias voltage or current value use commands BIAS CURRent LEVel on page 178 or BIAS VOLTage LEVel on p...

Page 180: ...0 User Manual 1179 2260 02 02 Manual operation See Voltage Bias Bias Level on page 72 11 6 CORRection subsystem The CORRection subsystem contains the commands for controlling the Open Short and Load c...

Page 181: ...SPOT Spot FREQuency 2 1000 CORRection SPOT Spot OPEN EXECute 2 Perform short correction on all frequencies and at the working point no 2 1000Hz CORRection SHORt STATe 1 CORRection SHORt EXECute CORRe...

Page 182: ...tion OPEN EXECute 184 CORRection SHORt STATe 184 CORRection SHORt EXECute 184 CORRection SPOT Spot FREQuency 184 CORRection SPOT Spot LOAD STANdard 185 CORRection SPOT Spot LOAD EXECute 185 CORRection...

Page 183: ...correction Parameters Load Correction Type CPD CPQ CPG CPRG CSD CSQ CSRS LPD LPQ LPG LPRP LSD LSQ LSRS RX ZTD ZTR GB YTD YTR CPD CPQ CPG CPRG CSD CSQ CSRS Capacitive measurement type Cp parallel capa...

Page 184: ...e Activates the short correction function Parameters Short Correction State 1 0 ON OFF RST 0 OFF Example See Example Setting correction prameters on page 181 Manual operation See Open Short Load Corre...

Page 185: ...Ohm Example See Example Setting correction prameters on page 181 CORRection SPOT Spot LOAD EXECute Executes a load correction at a dedicated working point Suffix Spot 1 n Example See Example Setting c...

Page 186: ...on USE DATA MULTi Use multi data state Activate the correction value for a test point when you measure a component group Parameters Use multi data state 1 0 ON OFF RST 0 OFF Example See Example Settin...

Page 187: ...TA DELete USB1A LCX100 logging log 20210221T123456 789 csv DATA DATA 187 DATA DELete 187 DATA LIST 187 DATA POINts 188 DATA DATA File Path Queries the contents of a file e g the data of a logging file...

Page 188: ...ile Query parameters File Path Example See Chapter 11 7 DATA subsystem on page 186 Usage Query only 11 8 DIMeasure subsystem Option R S LCX K106 The DIMeasure subsystem contains the commands for confi...

Page 189: ...0 01 V DIMeasure SWEep MAXimum 10 V Define the step size within the sweep range DIMeasure INTerval TYPE STEPsize DIMeasure INTerval STEPsize 0 1 V Define a number of measurement points within the swee...

Page 190: ...t on page 101 DIMeasure EXECute Starts the dynamic impedance measurement with the selected parameters Example See Example Using the DIMeasure function on page 189 Options Option R S LCX K106 Manual op...

Page 191: ...lated by the number of sweep points DIMeasure INTerval POINts on page 190 within the sweep range Example See Example Using the DIMeasure function on page 189 Options Option R S LCX K106 Manual operati...

Page 192: ...ned steps within the sweep range DIMeasure SWEep MINimum Parameters for setting and query Sweep parameter VOLTage FREQuency VBIas IBIas VOLTage Sweeps the test signal voltage FREQuency Sweeps the test...

Page 193: ...a meassage box DISPlay TEXT User defined message DISPlay WINDow TEXT CLEar DISPlay BRIGhtness 193 DISPlay WINDow TEXT CLEar 193 DISPlay WINDow TEXT DATA 194 DISPlay BRIGhtness Display Brightness Sets...

Page 194: ...user defined message use command DISPlay WINDow TEXT CLEar on page 193 Setting parameters Message Text message for display Example See Example Configuring the display brightness and user defined text...

Page 195: ...ection FUNCtion IMPedance RANGe AUTO 1 Set the impedance and DC resistance ranges manually FUNCtion IMPedance RANGe AUTO 0 FUNCtion IMPedance RANGe VALue 10E6 10KOhm Query the measurement type and ran...

Page 196: ...on and setting the impedance range on page 195 Manual operation See Range Range on page 72 See Auto on page 73 FUNCtion IMPedance RANGe HOLD Locks selected range Freezes the set impedance measurement...

Page 197: ...Q CSRS LPD LPQ LPG LPRP LSD LSQ LSRS RX RPB RDC MTD NTD ZTD ZTR GB YTD YTR CPD CPQ CPG CPRP CSD CSQ CSRS Capacitive measurement type Cp parallel capacitance Cs serial capacitance D dissipation factor...

Page 198: ...lecting the measurement function and setting the impedance range on page 195 Usage Asynchronous command Manual operation See Functions hardkeys on page 70 FUNCtion TRANsformer RANGe TYPE Turn Ratio FU...

Page 199: ...f all bins HANDler BIN STATistic Returns a set of 8 integer values Response 6 125 2 122 0 0 0 2 Query the number of measured samples since reset HANDler BIN STATistic COUNt Response 257 sum of all cou...

Page 200: ...ee Counter on page 107 HANDler CONFig PATH File Path HANDler CONFig PATH File Path Uploads the binning configuration file Parameters for setting and query File Path Example See Example Using the binni...

Page 201: ...tion LOG INTerval 300 LOG MODE SPAN LOG STIMe 2020 5 1 13 30 00 LOG DURation 150 LOG MODE COUNt LOG COUNt 100 Query the data logging settings LOG MODE Response SPAN LOG FNAME Response log 20210225T105...

Page 202: ...um MAX MAXimum Example See Example Logging data settings on page 201 Manual operation See Count on page 97 LOG DURation Logging Duration Return min or max LOG DURation Return min or max Defines the du...

Page 203: ...ple Interval Numeric value in seconds 0 Logs a new measurement Range 0 s to 600 s RST 0 1 s Default unit s Parameters for setting and query Return min or max MIN MINimum MAX MAXimum Example See Exampl...

Page 204: ...e Set Date Time on page 97 LOG STATe Logging State Activates the data logging function Parameters Logging State ON OFF 1 0 RST OFF 0 Example See Example Logging data settings on page 201 Manual operat...

Page 205: ...MEASure VOLTage Response 2 2 V MEASure CURRent Response 0 1 100 mA Select the measurement mode and set a trigger delay MEASure MODE TRIGgered MEASure TRIGger DELay 2 Start the measurement manually TR...

Page 206: ...values FETCh IMPedance Response returns Z and Theata d Query the valid values of measurement pair 2 FETCh Response returns the valid values of the selected parameter pair FETCh 206 FETCh IMPedance 20...

Page 207: ...EASure CURRent Queries the current value following next in the measurement Example See Example Using the MEASure commands on page 205 Usage Query only MEASure MODE Measurement Mode MEASure MODE Measur...

Page 208: ...ASure commands on page 205 Usage Query only READ Queries the measurement results for measurement pair 2 Example See Example Acquiring measurement readings on page 206 Usage Query only READ IMPedance Q...

Page 209: ...e 1 to 65535 Usage Query only STATus OPERation ENABle Enable_value Enables or queries the bits in the enable register for the Standard Operation Register group Parameters Enable_Value Range 1 to 65535...

Page 210: ...211 STATus QUEStionable EVENt 211 STATus QUEStionable CONDition Returns the contents of the CONDition part of the status register to check for question able instrument or measurement states Reading th...

Page 211: ...ter If a bit is set a 0 to 1 transition in the corre sponding bit of the condition register causes a 1 to be written in the corresponding bit of the event register Parameters Value Bit mask in decimal...

Page 212: ...tween manual and remote control SYSTem RWLock disables manual control SYSTem REMote switches to remote state SYSTem LOCal enables manual control Set the instrument internal calendar and clock SYSTem D...

Page 213: ...trol commands R S LCX Series 213 User Manual 1179 2260 02 02 SYSTem BEEPer COMPlete IMMediate Response 1 Disable the acoustic signal SYSTem BEEPer WARNing STATe 0 SYSTem BEEPer COMPlete STATe 0 SYSTem...

Page 214: ...C address SYSTem COMMunicate LAN MAC Response 00 90 B8 21 66 F1 Set a user deined hostname for the instrument SYSTem COMMunicate LAN HOSTname RS LCX2000 123456 Request information on the LAN settings...

Page 215: ...N RESet 218 SYSTem COMMunicate LAN SMASk 218 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC PORT 218 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC STATe 219 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC PORT 219 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC STA...

Page 216: ...xample See Example General instrument settings on page 212 Usage Event Manual operation See Error Beep on page 126 SYSTem BEEPer COMPlete STATe En Disable operation complete beep Activates the R S LCX...

Page 217: ...rk communication settings on page 214 Usage Event SYSTem COMMunicate LAN DGATeway Gateway Sets the IP address of the default gateway Parameters Gateway Range 0 0 0 0 to ff ff ff ff Example See Example...

Page 218: ...ss on page 153 SYSTem COMMunicate LAN RESet Terminates the network configuration and restarts the network Example See Example Network communication settings on page 214 Usage Event Manual operation Se...

Page 219: ...xample Network communication settings on page 214 Manual operation See VNC Port on page 154 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC STATe En Disable VNC Activates the VNC interface for remote access Parameters...

Page 220: ...Cal Enables manual operation i e unlocks front panel control To lock manual control use command SYSTem RWLock on page 221 Example See Example General instrument settings on page 212 Usage Event SYSTem...

Page 221: ...ment configuration use command RCL Setting parameters File path Example See Example General instrument settings on page 212 Usage Setting only SYSTem TIME Hour Minute Second Sets or queries the time f...

Page 222: ...10 2 4 Status reporting system on page 146 12 2 Problems during firmware update The firmware update is described in Chapter 9 11 Update device on page 131 Solu tions for potential problems that can oc...

Page 223: ...erface addresses on page 159 12 4 Contacting customer support Technical support where and when you need it For quick expert help with any Rohde Schwarz product contact our customer sup port center A t...

Page 224: ...ro tection and packing material designed for the product If you do not have the original packaging use similar materials that provide the same level of protection Securing When moving the product in a...

Page 225: ...possible that a blown line fuse is the cause In this case check the line fuse and replace it see Replacing the line fuse F2 Bias fuse Protects the bias voltage input from overload to avoid damage of t...

Page 226: ...posal via the municipal collection points for waste electrical and electronic equipment is not permitted Figure 14 1 Labeling in line with EU directive WEEE Rohde Schwarz has developed a disposal conc...

Page 227: ...instrument serial number e g LCX100 123456 Synonym Hostname See Serial number D Device key License key DHCP Dynamic host configuration protocol DNS Domain name system a service that translates domains...

Page 228: ...X product page http www rohde schwarz com product LCX html R Remote control The operation of the R S LCX by remote control commands or pro grams to perform automated tests The instrument is connected...

Page 229: ...g for unique identification of a device used by web technologies URL Uniform resource locator address string for unique identification of a device con nected to a network USB Universal bus interface U...

Page 230: ...on SHORt STATe 184 CORRection SHORt EXECute 184 CORRection SPOT Spot FREQuency 184 CORRection SPOT Spot LOAD STANdard 185 CORRection SPOT Spot LOAD EXECute 185 CORRection SPOT Spot OPEN EXECute 182 CO...

Page 231: ...rfaces USB CLASs 215 LOG COUNt 202 LOG DURation 202 LOG FNAMe 202 LOG INTerval 203 LOG MODE 203 LOG STIMe 204 LOG STATe 204 MEASure ACCuracy 207 MEASure CURRent 207 MEASure MODE 207 MEASure TRIGger DE...

Page 232: ...em COMMunicate LAN MAC 218 SYSTem COMMunicate LAN RESet 218 SYSTem COMMunicate LAN SMASk 218 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC PORT 218 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork VNC PORT 219 SYSTem COMMunicate NETWork...

Page 233: ...ess GPIB settings 157 Alphanumeric parameters 46 APERTure Commands 175 Appearance Setup 124 Application cards 15 Application notes 15 Apply configuration Time 153 Assign screenshot to user button 121...

Page 234: ...Test fixture 23 USB devices 22 Connecting measurement equipment 23 Connector AC power supply 30 Bias external 31 Bias fuse 31 Binning interface 31 BNC 29 Digital I O interface 31 GPIB 30 H CUR 29 H P...

Page 235: ...105 Dynamic impedance measurement 100 Logging 95 End of measurement bin Binning 107 Error beep How to change 138 Setup 126 Error value CSV settings 123 Event status enable register ESE Remote 173 Eve...

Page 236: ...9 Align the instrument on all frequencies 34 81 Align the instrument on one working point 81 Assign GPIB address manually 163 Assign IP address manually 159 162 Assign screenshot to user button 121 As...

Page 237: ...E488 see GPIB 157 Inductance How to measure a transformer 64 Inductance measurement 28 Inductor How to measure 64 Inserting license key manually 128 Instrument Carrying 16 Checking 16 Lifting 16 Opera...

Page 238: ...ewer 89 Chart viewer settings 90 Count 97 Duration 97 Enable 95 How to Configure logging settings 98 How to Record measurement data 97 How to Select memory location 97 Interval 96 Mode 96 Set date tim...

Page 239: ...ble 155 FTP password 156 FTP port 155 FTP user name 156 Hostname 151 LAN 150 mDNS hostname 151 SCPI raw port 150 SNS hostname 151 VNC 150 VNC enable 154 VNC port 154 Number of points Dynamic impedance...

Page 240: ...trol 35 46 Access modes 140 Commands 171 Conventions 171 Driver 15 GPIB interface 145 How to Start remote control 164 How to Stop remote control 164 Interfaces 46 Interfaces and protocols 141 LAN inte...

Page 241: ...24 Date 124 Error beep 126 Key brightness 125 Measurement 52 Sound 125 Time 124 Signal level Measurement functions 71 SMD Test fixture 54 SMD test tweezers Test fixture 54 Socket see SCPI raw port 150...

Page 242: ...ect for remote access 158 How to Select class 162 Settings 156 USB A Connector 29 31 USB B Connector 31 USB class How to Select interface protocol 162 Interface settings 117 Remote access 156 USB sett...

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