LCR Elite2
User Manual

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Notices
The information contained in this document is provided “as is,” and is subject to change, without notice,in future editions.
This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. Nopart of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without theprior agreement and written consent from LCR Research Ltd.
© LCR Research Ltd. 2018

Warranty
LCR Research warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period ofone (1) year from the shipment date. During the warranty period, LCR Research will, at its option, either
repair or replace products that prove to be defective. For warranty service or repair, this product must be
returned to a service facility designated by LCR Research. The buyer shall prepay shipping charges to LCR
Research, and LCR Research shall pay shipping charges to return the product to the buyer. However, thebuyer shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes for products returned to LCR Research fromanother country. Repaired or replaced products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty
period.

Limitation of WarrantyThis warranty does not cover normal wear and tear and scratches on surface or display. This warranty
does not cover physical damage to the display, switch or button, electrical damage of the product due tohigh voltage or improper battery type. This warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper orinadequate maintenance by the buyer, buyer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification
or misuse, operation outside the environmental specifications for the product, or improper site
preparation or maintenance.
No other warranty is expressed or implied. LCR Research specifically disclaims the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. LCR Research shall not be liable
for errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, use, or
performance of this document or of any information contained herein.

Exclusive Remedies
The remedies provided herein are the Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies. LCR Research shall not beliable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract,
tort, or any other legal theory. Such excluded damages shall include, but are not limited to: costs ofremoval and installation, losses sustained as the result of injury to any person, or damage to property.

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FCC Rules, Part 15.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which canbe determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:••••

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void theuser's authority to operate the equipment.

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Safety Notices
CAUTION
Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to yourself or damage to the product or other property.

WARNING
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid personal injury or death or damage to the productor other property.

Safety Considerations
Read the information below before using this meter. This meter is intended for use by qualified personnel
who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid possible
injury. The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service,
and repair of this meter. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere inthis manual violates safety standards for design, manufacture, and intended use of the meter. LCR
Research assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.

CAUTION••••

Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing.
When measuring in-circuit components, first de-energize the circuits before connecting them to thetest tips.
The battery must be charged by a computer USB port or a USB power adapter that provides output
voltage DC 5V ± 5%.
This meter is for indoor use.

WARNING
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Use this meter only as specified in this manual, otherwise, the protection provided by themeter may be impaired.
Do not use the meter if it is damaged. Before you use the meter, inspect the case. Look forcracks or missing plastic.
Inspect the test tip sleeves for damaged insulation or exposed metal. Check the test tips forcontinuity. Replace damaged test tip sleeves before you use the meter.
Do not touch exposed metal in measurement. Keep your fingers on insulated test tip sleeves.
Do not use the meter if it operates abnormally.
Do not operate the meter around explosive gas, vapor, or in wet environments.
Never use the meter in wet conditions or when there is water on the surface. If the meter iswet, ensure that the meter is dried only by trained personnel.
When servicing the meter, use only the specified replacement parts.
Do not attempt to replace the internal lithium-ion polymer battery yourself. You may damage
the battery, which could cause overheating and injury. The battery should be replaced only by
an LCR Research Authorized Service Provider, and must be recycled or disposed of separatelyfrom household waste. Don’t incinerate the battery.
Do not use damaged cables or chargers, or charge when moisture is present. It can cause fire,electric shock, injury, or damage to the product or other property.
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Contents
1. Overview
Product Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 1
Features and Functions............................................................................................................................. 1
The Navigation Button ............................................................................................................................. 1
Turn On the Meter ................................................................................................................................... 2
Power Off ................................................................................................................................................. 2
Switching to Menu Screen from Measurement Screen.............................................................................. 2
Charging the Battery ................................................................................................................................ 2Battery Level Indicator .............................................................................................................................. 3
Display ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Reset the Meter........................................................................................................................................ 5
Cleaning the Meter................................................................................................................................... 5

2. Setting Up Menus
Menu Structure ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Navigating Menus .................................................................................................................................... 7
Main Menu............................................................................................................................................... 7
Autoset ........................................................................................................................................... 7
System Menu ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Self-Calibration ............................................................................................................................... 8
Info Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Measurement Menu ............................................................................................................................... 10
LCR Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Secondary Parameter Menu .......................................................................................................... 11
Test Frequency Menu .................................................................................................................... 11
Circuit Mode Menu ....................................................................................................................... 11

3. Making Measurements
LCR Measurement .................................................................................................................................. 12
Auto Mode.................................................................................................................................... 13
Measuring Resistance (R) .............................................................................................................. 14
Measuring Inductance (L) .............................................................................................................. 14
Measuring Capacitance (C) ............................................................................................................ 14
Selecting Secondary Parameters ............................................................................................................. 15
Selecting Test Frequency ........................................................................................................................ 15
Selecting Circuit Mode ........................................................................................................................... 15
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Characteristics and Specifications
Product Characteristics ........................................................................................................................... 17
Electrical Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 18
Testing Signal Specifications ......................................................................................................... 18
Measurement Ranges and Optimal Testing Frequency .................................................................. 18
Over Voltage Protection Specifications .......................................................................................... 18
Specification Assumptions............................................................................................................. 18
Resistance Accuracy Specifications ................................................................................................ 19
Inductance Accuracy Specifications ............................................................................................... 19
Capacitance Accuracy Specifications ............................................................................................. 20

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Overview
This chapter provides the basic operation procedures and describes names and functions on the display.

Product Introduction
LCR Elite2 (“the meter”) is a portable impedance measuring device for incoming inspection of components,
quality control, and laboratory use.
It is capable of measuring resistance, capacitance or inductance with 4 test frequencies (100Hz, 120Hz, 1kHz and
10kHz). It has a basic accuracy better than 0.2% for resistance, 0.2% for capacitance and 0.4% for inductancemeasurements.
The meter has a pair of gold plated tips that can pick the SMD components with size down to 0201 (0.6mm x
0.3mm). The parasitic parameters of its probes are small and very predictable thanks to its unique mechanicaldesign. It significantly reduces the probability of measurement errors related to setup (such as wires, probes,tips).

Features and Functions

Figure 1-1: LCR Elite2 Overview

The Navigation Button
The navigation button is used to browse and select different functions and parameters as Figure 1-2 shows.

Navigation button

Figure 1-2: Navigation Button
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The navigation button can be used for shortcut operation as well. Therefore, user can switch settings quickly inthe measurement display and doesn’t need to go back and forth between the menu display and measurement
display. Detailed information is provided in Chapter 3: Making Measurements.

Turn On the Meter
To power on the meter, press the navigation button once. The meter powers up with the most recently selected
measurement function.

Power Off
There are two ways to power off the meter:
1. Automatic power off. The meter powers off automatically if neither a measurement is performed nor any
button is clicked for around 1 minute.
2. Manual power off by selecting the turn off option from main menu as Figure 1-3 shows.

Figure 1-3: Turning off Display

NOTE
If test frequency is manually set to 10kHz, automatic power off may take longer to occur or not occur at all. Thisis due to the meter being more sensitive at 10kHz. It may see parasitic values and keep measuring even when
the tips are open.

Switching to Menu Screen from Measurement Screen
When the meter is in measurement mode, user can switch it to menu screen by holding the navigation button for half asecond or so until the main menu screen shows up. Figure 1-4 shows the meter goes to main menu screen from activemode (measuring components). Figure 1-5 shows the meter goes to main menu screen from idle mode (not measuring
any component in measurement mode).
Hold the navigation button for
half a second to switch
Figure 1-4: Switching from Measurement Display (in Active Mode) to Main Menu Display
Hold the navigation button
for half a second to switch
Figure 1-5: Switching from Measurement Display (in Idle Mode) to Main Menu Display

Charging the Battery
The meter is powered by an internal, lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery. It can be charged by connecting
to a computer USB port using a standard micro-B USB cable or, by using a USB power adapter. The USB power
adapter should have output voltage 5V +/- 5% with output current 100mA or greater. The USB power adapter isavailable separately.

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Figure 1-6: Charging the Meter

Battery Level Indicator
The battery icon in the bottom-right corner shows the battery level or charging status.
When the battery icon becomes hollow, it indicates that the battery remaining capacity is low and that it should
be recharged. The warning appears when the battery capacity is about 95% depleted. The unit is still operational
for a while, however the battery should be recharged as soon as possible.

Figure 1-7: Full Battery Indicator

Figure 1-8: Empty Battery Indicator
When battery capacity is 100% depleted, the meter shows LOW BATTERY message on the display, then goes tosleep mode automatically.

Figure 1-9: Low Battery Message

CAUTION
Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. The
meter battery isn’t user replaceable; it can be replaced only by a LCR Research Authorized Service Provider.

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Display
This section describes the names and functions of parts on the meter display.

Figure 1-10: Measurement Display
The general display indicators of the meter are described in Table 1-1 below. Each display indicator is described.
Please select the respective “Learn More On" page for more information on each indicator.
Table 1-1 General Display Indicators
Indicator

4

Description

Learn More On:

A

Auto mode indicator, the meter selects R, L C automatically according
to the component under test.

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R

Resistance measurement indicator

Page 13

L

Inductance measurement indicator

Page 13C

Capacitance measurement indicator

Page 13

AC

Auto circuit mode

Page 15

Series circuit mode

Page 15

Parallel circuit mode

Page 15

Rs

Series resistance indicator

Page 15

Rp

Parallel resistance indicator

Page 15

D

Dissipation factor indicator

Page 15

Q

Quality factor indicator

Page 15

AF

Auto select test frequency

Page 15MF

Manual select test frequency

Page 15

100HZ

Test frequency at 100Hz

Page 15

120HZ

Test frequency at 120Hz

Page 15

1KHZ

Test frequency at 1kHz

Page 15

10KHZ

Test frequency at 10kHz

Page 15

Battery capacity indicator

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The units listed below are applicable to the primary display measurements of the meter.
Table 1-2 Display of Measurement Units
LegendDescription

Mmega 1E+06 (1000000)

K

kilo 1E+03 (1000)m

milli 1E–03 (0.001)

umicro 1E–06 (0.000001)

nnano 1E–09 (0.000000001)ppico 1E–12 (0.000000000001)

H

Henry, units for inductance measurement

F

Farad, units for capacitance measurementΩ

Ohm, units for resistance and impedance measurement

Reset the Meter
The hardware reset function can reset the meter to factory original settings no matter which mode it is currently
in. To perform hardware reset, just press down the navigation button for more than 10 seconds until the display
shows LCR Research logo.

NOTE
After the meter is reset, all the self-calibration data will be removed. Please perform self-calibration again if
necessary.

Cleaning the MeterWARNINGTo avoid electrical shock or damage to the meter, always keep the insides of the casing dry.
Dirt or moisture on the tips can affect measurement accuracy. Follow the steps below to clean the tips and case.
1. Shake out any dirt that may be on the tips.
2. Wipe the tips with a clean swab dipped in alcohol.
3. Wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent.

NOTE
Do not use abrasives or solvents when cleaning the meter.

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Setting Up Menus
This chapter describes how to set up menu items and parameters.

Menu Structure

Figure 2-1: Menu Structure Flowchart

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Navigating Menus
Single click the navigation button to move to the desired menu item and hold the button to select it. The
highlighted item indicates the current setting.

Selected item

Navigation Button

Available
items"Hold to Select"
Indicator

Figure 2-2: Navigating Menus

Main Menu

Main menu provides 5 options as described in Table 2-1.
Table 2-1 Description of Main Menu
Menu Item

Description

Learn More On:

AutosetReset all the settings to default

Page 7

SystemSelect user interface, start self-calibration and view device
information

Page 8

Measurement

Select measurement types and test parameters

Page 10

Turn Off

Turn off the meter

Page 2

Exit

Return to the measurement display

Figure 2-3: Main Menu

AutosetOnce Autoset is selected, the meter resets the following parameters to default:• Measurement:o LCR: Autoo Secondary Parameters: Rs/Rp• Test Parameters:o Test Frequency: Autoo Circuit Mode: Auto

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System Menu

5 items can be selected in system menu as described in Table 2-2.
Table 2-2 Description of System Menu
Menu Item

Description

Learn More On:

Right Hand

Select the right hand operation mode

Left Hand

Select the left hand operation mode

Self CALI.

Start short and open calibration.

Page 8

Info

Provide the device information including serial number,
hardware and software version.

Page 10Exit

Return to the measurement display.

Figure 2-4: System Menu

Self-Calibration
The self-calibration includes short and open calibration. It offsets the meter’s internal and external parasitic
parameters for better accuracy. Performing this action will help the user correct the influence for temporary
uses.
Table 2-3 describes how to set up the meter to self-calibration.
Table 2-3: Set Up Self-Calibration
Settings
Self-Calibration

Menu Structure
Main Menu -> System -> Self Cali.

In self-calibration mode, the step by step instructions are shown on the display. Follow these instructions toperform the short/open calibration:
1. When self-calibration is selected, Figure 2-5 shows on the display. Please shorten 2 tips and press thenavigation button to start the short calibration.

Figure 2-5: Start Short Calibration
2. Once the navigation button is pressed, Figure 2-6 shows on the display indicating short calibration is inprogress.

Figure 2-6: Calibration in Progress
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3. After a couple of seconds, the short calibration is completed. Figure 2-7 shows on the display. Please keep
the tips open and press the navigation button to start the open calibration.

Figure 2-7: Start Open Calibration
4. Once the navigation button is pressed, Figure 2-8 shows on the display indicating open calibration is inprogress.

Figure 2-8: Calibration in Progress
5. After a couple of seconds, the open calibration is completed. If the result is good, a calibration done
message will be on the display as Figure 2-9 shows. It indicates the whole self-calibration process iscompleted. Such message stays on the display for 1 second or so, then the meter will automatically return tothe measurement screen.

Figure 2-9: Calibration Completed
6. If the result is out of range, a fail message will be on the display as Figure 2-10 shows. Then the meter willautomatically return to the measurement screen. If necessary, please start the self-calibration process again
from the beginning.

Figure 2-10: Calibration Failed

NOTE(1) It is recommended that the user performs open/short calibration before making precision measurements.
(2) When doing short calibration, please always keep the tips shorted firmly. The calibration process may fail if
the tips are in poor contact condition during the short calibration process.
(3) The distance between the tips creates small parasitic capacitance. When such distance varies (i.e. measuringcomponents with different sizes), the parasitic capacitance varies as well. Therefore, when doing open
calibration, please keep the tip distance as close as possible to the actual size of the component to bemeasured. It can compensate for the parasitic capacitance most accurately.
(4) After the battery is completely dead or hardware reset is performed, all the self-calibration data will be
removed. Please perform self-calibration again if necessary.
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Info Menu
The following device information has been provided in the Info menu:• HW Version: it provides the device hardware version.
• SW Version: it provides the device software version.

Figure 2-11: Info Menu

Measurement Menu

5 items can be selected in Measurement menu as described in Table 2-4.
Table 2-4 Description of Measurement Menu
Menu Item

Description

Learn More On:

LCR

Measure inductance (L), capacitance (C) or resistance (R)

SEC. PARAM.

Select the secondary parameter to be displayed.

Test FREQU.

Set the frequency of the test signal.

CIRC. Mode

Set the circuit mode.

Exit

Return to the measurement display

Page 10, Page
12
Page 10, Page
15
Page 11, Page
15
Page 11, Page
15

Figure 2-12: Measurement Menu

LCR Menu
The following settings can be selected in LCRZ menu and the default setting is Auto.
• Auto: the meter automatically identifies the component under test (L, C or R).
• R: measure resistance.
• L: measure inductance.
• C: measure capacitance.
• Exit: Return to the measurement display.

Figure 2-13: LCR Menu

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Secondary Parameter Menu
The following settings can be selected in Secondary Parameter menu and the default setting is Rs-Rp.
• Rs-Rp: the meter displays series resistance (Rs) or parallel resistance (Rp). If the circuit mode is selected
as series, Rs will be displayed. If the circuit mode is selected as parallel, Rp will be displayed.
• D-Q: the meter displays dissipation factor (D) or quality factor (Q). If a capacitor is being measured, Dwill be displayed. If an inductor is being measured, Q will be displayed.
• Exit: Return to the measurement display.

Figure 2-14: Secondary Parameter Menu

Test Frequency Menu
Test Frequency menu is used to set the frequency of the test signal. The default setting is Auto andthe following settings can be selected:• Auto: auto frequency (AF) mode, the meter automatically selects the best test frequency.
• 100Hz: set test frequency to 100Hz.
• 120Hz: set test frequency to 120Hz.
• 1kHz: set test frequency to 1kHz.
• 10kHz: set test frequency to 10kHz.
• Exit: Return to the measurement display.

Figure 2-15: Test Frequency Menu

Circuit Mode Menu
Circuit Mode menu is used to set the secondary parameters on the display. The default setting is
Auto and the following settings can be selected:• Auto: set to auto circuit mode. Series or parallel circuit mode will be automatically identified.
• Series: set to series circuit mode.
• Parallel: set to parallel circuit mode.
• Exit: Return to the measurement display.

Figure 2-16: Circuit Mode Menu

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Making Measurements
This chapter describes how to select a measurement type, set parameters, perform measurements and get theresults of the component under test.

WARNINGTo avoid electrical hazards and possible damage to the meter or to the equipment under test, always
discharge the capacitor to be tested before measuring. For in circuit measurement, always disconnect
circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing.

NOTE
When doing in circuit testing, the test result may be affected by other components that connect to thecomponent under test. The component under test may need to be isolated from other components in order to
get accurate result.

LCR Measurement
LCR measurement includes auto mode (Auto), resistance measurement (R), inductance measurement (L), andcapacitance measurement (C).
Figure 3-1 shows a typical display in LCR measurement. It shows test frequency and test voltage on the top. The
primary display is in the middle showing component type and measurement result. The secondary parameterreading is shown underneath the primary display. The circuit mode, sound icon and battery indicator are
displayed on the bottom.
Test frequency(double click the navigation button to switch)
Secondary parameter
Circuit mode
Component type and measurement result(single click the navigation button to switch)
Figure 3-1: Display of LCR Measurement

Battery indicator

Shortcuts are provided to quickly select the settings. Below are the available shortcuts in LCR measurement:• Single click the navigation button to switch component type as Figure 3-2 shows.
• Double click the navigation button to switch test voltage as Figure 3-3 shows.

Figure 3-2: Switch Component Type by Single Clicking the Navigation Button
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Figure 3-3: Switch Test Frequency by Double Clicking the Navigation Button

Auto Mode
In auto mode, the meter identifies resistance (R), inductance (L) and capacitance (C) automatically.
Table 3-1 describes how to set up the meter to auto mode.
Table 3-1: Set Up Auto Mode
Settings
Auto

Menu Structure
Main Menu -> Measurement -> LCR ->Auto

In auto mode, the meter identifies L, C, and R according to the angle of impedance detected in the component
under test. Table 3-2 lists the phase angle rules.
Table 3-2 Auto Mode Phase Angle Rules
Phase Angle Setting

Primary Display|Q| < 5˚ phase angle

RQ >= +5˚ phase angle

L

Q =< -5˚ phase angle

CNOTE(1) When auto mode is selected, the testing frequency and secondary parameter stay unchanged. To change
them separately, please refer page 15: Selecting Circuit Mode and page 15: Selecting Test Frequency.
(2) The autoset option in main menu can be used to reset the meter to the default mode (auto mode with auto
testing frequency and auto circuit mode). Please refer page 7: Autoset to know which settings will be reset
when autoset is selected.

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Measuring Resistance (R)Table 3-3 describes how to set up the meter to resistance measurement.
Table 3-3: Set Up Resistance Measurement
Settings

Menu Structure

R

Main Menu -> Measurement -> LCR -> R

Figure 3-4: Display of R measurement

Test frequency(double click the navigation button toswitch)Component type and measurement result(single click the navigation button toswitch)Battery Indicator

Measuring Inductance (L)Table 3-4 describes how to set up the meter to inductance measurement.
Table 3-4: Set Up Inductance Measurement
Settings
L

Menu Structure
Main Menu -> Measurement -> LCR -> L
Test frequency(double click the navigation button to switch)
Secondary parameter
Circuit mode

Figure 3-5: Display of L measurement

Component type and measurement result(single click the navigation button toswitch)Battery Indicator

Measuring Capacitance (C)Table 3-5 describes how to set up the meter to capacitance measurement.
Table 3-5: Set Up Capacitance Measurement
Settings

Menu Structure

C

Main Menu -> Measurement -> LCR -> C
Test frequency(double click the navigation button toswitch) parameter
Secondary
Circuit mode

Figure 3-6: Display of C measurement

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Selecting Secondary Parameters
Table 3-6 describes how to set up secondary parameters from the main menu.
Table 3-6: Set Up Secondary Parameter
Settings
Available Options
Secondary Parameters

Rs-Rp, D-Q

Menu Structure
Main Menu -> Measurement ->SEC. PARAM.

Learn More On:
Page 10

If resistance mode (Rs-Rp) is selected, the meter shows Rs when circuit mode is selected as series and shows Rp
when circuit mode is selected as parallel. If dissipation or quality factor mode (D-Q) is selected, the meter shows
D when measuring capacitance and shows Q when measuring inductance.

Selecting Test Frequency
Table 3-7 describes how to set up test frequency from the main menu.
Table 3-7: Set Up Test Frequency
Settings

Available Options

Menu Structure

Test Frequency

Auto, 100Hz, 120Hz,
1kHz, 10kHz

Main Menu -> Test PARAM. ->Test FREQU.

Learn More On:
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The meter is able to use auto frequency to measure capacitance approximately from 3 pF to 199 μF andinductance approximately from 1uH to 100mH. To measure capacitance or inductance out of this range, please
select proper testing frequency manually according to Table 4-3: Measurement Ranges and Optimal Testing
Frequency.

Selecting Circuit Mode
Table 3-8 describes how to set up circuit mode from the main menu.
Table 3-8: Set Up Circuit Mode
Settings
Available Options
Circuit Mode

Auto, Series, Parallel

Menu Structure
Main Menu -> Test PARAM. ->CIRC. Mode

Learn More On:
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If auto mode is selected, series circuit mode or parallel circuit mode will be automatically identified. See Table 39 for the series/parallel rules used.
Table 3-9 Auto Mode Series/Parallel Rules
Range of Component Under Test
Circuit Mode Selected in Auto ModeC < 400 pF
Parallel Circuit Mode
C >= 400 pF
Series Circuit Mode
L
Always Series Circuit Mode

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Protected by Aegis Technology
The Aegis Technology is our patent pending solution that automatically protect the meter from being damaged
by energized components.
The traditional LCR meters have a common vulnerability to high voltage and current from the component they
are measuring. In many cases, the component under testing can have stored energy, for example a charged
capacitor or a powered on board. The energy in the component is a common problem that causes damage to
LCR meters, thus requiring expensive and time-consuming repairs.
The Aegis Technology solves this problem. It provides over voltage protection up to +/-48Vdc (or +/-34Vac). In
normal operation, it is transparent and doesn't affect the measurement results thanks to the low parasitic
design. When an abnormal voltage is applied on the device's test tips, no matter positive or negative, the Aegis
Technology detects it right away and automatically disconnects it from the meter.
When the meter is in over voltage protection mode, the "OVER VOLT" message is displayed as Figure 3-7 shows.
To return to normal operation mode, please remove the meter from the component and press the navigation
button. No components are damaged and no fuse replacement is required.

Figure 3-7: Over Voltage Display

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Characteristics and Specifications
Product Characteristics
Table 4-1 Product Characteristics
Dimensions (L x W x H)
151 x 19 x 14.5mm
Weight30 grams

Display

0.91-inch, 128x32 OLED display

Battery

3.7V, 180 mAH internal lithium-ion polymer battery

Battery Life

1 day in typical measurement (1)USB port
USB power adapter (output voltage DC 5V ± 5%)

Charging Source
Charging Rate

75mA ± 10%

Charging Time

2.5 hours (typical)

Measurement Speed

1sec (typical)
Operating temperature from -10°C to 50°C, 0% to 80% RH
Full accuracy up to 80% RH for temperature 23°C ± 3°C-20°C to 60°C, 0% to 80% RH
FCC15/EN 55011/ICES-003 - Class B, Radiated Emissions
FCC15/ICES-003 - Class B, Conducted Emissions
EN 55011: Mains Terminal Disturbance Voltage, Class B
EN 61000-3-2: Harmonics Current Emissions, Class A
EN 61000-3-3: Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker
EN 61000-4-2: ESD (4 kV Contact, 8 kV Air)EN 61000-4-3: Electromagnetic Field
EN61000-4-4: Burst
EN61000-4-5: Surge
EN61000-4-6: Conducted RF
EN61000-4-11: Voltage Dips
EN61000-4-11: Short Interruptions
1 Year (Recommended)

Operating Environment
Storage Compliance

Safety and EMC
Compliance

Calibration Cycle

NOTE
Battery life varies by use, configuration, and many other factors. Actual results may vary.

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Electrical Specifications
Testing Signal Specifications
Table 4-2 Testing Signal Specifications
Testing Frequency
100Hz, 120Hz, 1kHz, 10kHz
Testing Frequency Accuracy

50 ppm (0.005%)

Testing Signal Level

0.5Vrms, +/- 5% sine wave

Source Impedance100Ω ± 1%

Measurement Ranges and Optimal Testing Frequency
Table 4-3 Measurement Ranges and Optimal Testing Frequency
Parameter
Measurement range
Optimal testing frequency
Resistance
CapacitanceInductance

20mΩ to 10MΩ

1kHz

0.1pF to 40nF

10kHz

40nF to 40uF

1kHz

40uF to 5mF

100Hz

0.3uH to 1mH

10kHz

1mH to 100mH

1kHz

100mH to 1H

100Hz

Over Voltage Protection Specifications
Table 4-4 Over Voltage Protection
Maximum Range± 48Vdc (or ± 34Vac sine wave)

Conditions
The voltage is applied between two test tips.

Specification Assumptions
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Accuracy is given at 23 °C ± 5 °C, with relative humidity less than 80% RH.
The measurements are performed with necessary open and short calibration done prior to verifying themeter’s accuracy.
Accuracy applies when Dx (measured D value) ≦ 0.1. When Dx > 0.1, accuracy is specified as:(AZ + Offset) * √(1 + Dx2)

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Resistance Accuracy Specifications
Table 4-5 LCR Elite2 Resistance Accuracy Specification
Accuracy = AZ + Offset
Range
Resolution
100Hz
120Hz
1kHz

10kHz

1000mΩ

0.1mΩ

0.5% + 20mΩ

0.5% + 20mΩ

0.5% + 20mΩ

0.5% + 20mΩ

10Ω

0.001Ω

0.5% + 0.02Ω

0.5% + 0.02Ω

0.5% + 0.02Ω

0.5% + 0.02Ω

100Ω

0.01Ω

0.3% + 0.03Ω

0.3% + 0.03Ω

0.3% + 0.03Ω

0.3% + 0.03Ω

1000Ω

0.1Ω

0.3% + 0.3Ω

0.3% + 0.3Ω

0.3% + 0.3Ω

0.3% + 0.3Ω

10kΩ

0.001kΩ

0.3% + 0.003kΩ

0.3% + 0.003kΩ

0.2% + 0.003kΩ

0.3% + 0.003kΩ

100kΩ

0.01kΩ

0.3% + 0.05kΩ

0.3% + 0.05kΩ

0.2% + 0.05kΩ

0.3% + 0.05kΩ

1000kΩ

0.1kΩ

1.0% + 0.5kΩ

1.0% + 0.5kΩ

0.3% + 0.5kΩ

1.0% + 0.5kΩ

10MΩ

0.001MΩ

2.5% + 0.008MΩ

2.5% + 0.008MΩ

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Inductance Accuracy Specifications
Table 4-6 LCR Elite2 Inductance Accuracy Specifications
Accuracy = AL + Offset
Range Resolution
100Hz
120Hz
1kHz

10kHz

1000nH

0.1nH

---

---

---

1.5% + 0.1uH

10uH

0.001uH

---

---

---

1.5% + 0.1uH

100uH

0.01uH

---

---

---

0.7% + 0.1uH1000uH

0.1uH

---

---

0.5% + 0.3uH

0.7% + 0.3uH

10mH

0.001mH------

0.4% + 0.003mH

0.5% + 0.003mH

100mH

0.01mH

0.5% + 0.03mH

0.5% + 0.03mH

0.4% + 0.03mH

0.7% + 0.03mH1000mH

0.1mH

0.4% + 0.3mH

0.4% + 0.3mH

0.7% + 0.3mH

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Capacitance Accuracy Specifications
Table 4-7 LCR Elite2 Capacitance Accuracy Specifications
Range
Resolution
Accuracy = AC + Offset
100Hz

120Hz

1kHz

10kHz

10pF

0.001pF

---

---

---

1.0% + 0.1pF

100pF

0.01pF

---

---

---

0.5% + 0.2pF

1000pF

0.1pF

---

---

0.5% + 0.5pF

0.3% + 0.3pF

10nF

0.001nF------

0.3% + 0.003nF

0.2% + 0.003nF

100nF

0.01nF------

0.2% + 0.03nF

0.3% + 0.03nF

1000nF

0.1nF

---

---

0.2% + 0.3nF

0.5% + 0.3nF

10uF

0.001uF

0.4% + 0.003uF

0.4% + 0.003uF

0.3% + 0.003uF

---

100uF

0.01uF

0.3% + 0.03uF

0.3% + 0.03uF

0.5% + 0.03uF---

1000uF

0.1uF

0.5% + 0.5uF

0.5% + 0.5uF

0.5% + 0.5uF

---

5mF

0.001mF

0.7% + 0.005mF

0.7% + 0.005mF

---

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NOTE
The accuracy for the ceramic capacitor will be influenced depending on the dielectric constant (K) of thematerial used to make the ceramic capacitor.

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