SR715/720 LCR METER
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BASIC OPERATION
This section is designed to help the user begin
making measurements with the SR715/720 LCR
meter and to familiarize them with some of its
features. For more information on the different
features, see the operations section.
To operate the SR715/720, first verify that the
correct line voltage has been selected on the
power entry module on the rear panel (See page
1-3). Verify that no parts are in the fixture; the
unit's self test routines will fail if any components
are in the test fixture. After connecting the line cord
to the power entry module, switch on the power
switch, located on the rear right hand side of the
unit. The unit will display the ROM version on the
left display and the serial number on the right
display for about 3 seconds. Next, the unit will
begin its self test procedure. If all tests are OK,
'tESt PASS' will be displayed. See the
Troubleshooting section if the self test fails. Press
[Recall] [0] [ENTER], to recall the default setup.
This will set the unit as follows:
Parameter
AUTO
Frequency
1 kHz
Drive Voltage
1.0 Vrms
Bias
OFF
Measurement Rate
SLOW
Averaging
OFF
Range Hold
OFF
Equivalent Circuit
SERIES
Display
VALUE
Trigger Mode
CONT
Binning
OFF
At this point a part can be placed in the fixture and
measurements can be made. The unit will
automatically decide which type of component is in
the fixture (R, C or L), change to the correct range,
and display the part value with the correct units. If
any of the test conditions need to be changed for a
measurement, press the appropriate keys. Most
functions are easy to change, but if more
information is needed, see the operating section.
The SR715/720 comes with a built in fixture for
measuring radial leaded components, like most
capacitors, and adapters for measuring axial
leaded components, like most resistors. To
measure a radial leaded component, remove any
adapters and put one lead of the component in
each side of the fixture. To measure an axial
leaded component, first install the fixture adapters.
Put the adapters on in the middle of each side of
the fixture, and then slide them until they are
separated by the appropriate distance. Insert the
one lead of the component into each side of the
fixture.
After changing the fixture configuration, it is a good
idea to perform an open and short circuit
calibration. See the operation section for
instructions. If the component leads are
excessively dirty or are coated with wax, clean
them before inserting them in the fixture. The
fixture contacts will usually make contact through
coatings, but can eventually get gummed up.
If biased measurements are being made on
capacitors,
be certain that the part is installed
with the correct polarity
, as marked on the unit.
What is a passive device?
All non-ideal passive devices (resistors, inductors
and capacitors) can be modeled as a real
component (resistor) either in series or in parallel
with a reactive component (capacitance or
inductance). The impedance of these components
change as a function of frequency. The series and
parallel models are mathematically equivalent and
can be transformed back and forth with the
equations shown below.
Usually one model is a better representation of the
device under operating conditions. The most
accurate model depends on the device and the
operating frequency. Certain devices are tested
under conditions defined by the manufacturer or
industry standard. For example, electrolytic
capacitors are often measured in series at 120 Hz
in the C+R mode, so the ESR (equivalent series
resistance) can be measured.
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