Hioki RM3543 User manual

RM3543
RM3543-01
Instruction Manual
RESISTANCE HiTESTER
EN
Sept. 2020 Revised edition 4
RM3543A981-04 20-09H
Be sure to read this manual before using the instrument. p.5
When using the instrument for the
rst time Troubleshooting
Names and Functions of Parts p.15 Maintenance and Service p.183
Measurement Preparations p.21 Error Displays and Remedies p.185
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Contents
Task-Oriented Reference ............................... 1
Measurement Flow......................................... 2
Introduction..................................................... 3
Verifying Package Contents ........................... 3
Safety Information .......................................... 5
Operating Precautions.................................... 7
Chapter 1 Overview 11
1.1 Product Overview and Features ........ 11
Block Diagram ..........................................14
1.2 Names and Functions of Parts ...........15
1.3 Screen Organization .......................... 17
Chapter 2 Measurement
Preparations 21
2.1 Connecting the Power Cord ............... 22
2.2 Connecting Measurement Cables and
Test Fixtures ...................................... 23
Making Your Own Measurement Cables ..24
2.3 Turning the Power On and Off ........... 26
Chapter 3 Measurement
Settings (Basic
Measurements) 27
3.1 Pre-Operation Inspection ................... 27
3.2 Switching 100 mrange Measurement
Currents ............................................. 28
3.3 Setting the Measurement Speed ....... 29
3.4 Setting Measurement Start Conditions
(Trigger Source) ................................. 30
3.5 Selecting the Measurement Range .... 31
3.6 Zero Adjustment ................................. 32
3.7 Judging Measured Values
(Comparator Function) ....................... 34
Enabling and Disabling the Comparator
Function ....................................................35
Decide According to Reference Value and
Tolerance (REF% Mode) ..........................35
Decide According to Upper/Lower Thresholds
(ABS Mode) ............................................. 37
3.8 Confirming Faulty Measurements ......38
Chapter 4 Customizing
Measurement
Settings 41
4.1 Making Range-Specific Measurement
Settings ..............................................41
4.2 Setting Pre-Measurement Delay ........42
4.3 Correcting Measured Values
(Scaling Function) ..............................44
4.4 Setting the Measurement Integration
Time Option ........................................46
4.5 Stabilizing Measured Values
(Averaging Function) ..........................48
4.6 Checking for Poor or Improper Contact
(Contact Check Function) ...................49
4.7 Improving Probe Contact
(Contact Improver Function) ...............50
4.8 Detecting Measurement Voltage Faults
(Voltage Level Monitor Function) .......52
4.9 Applying Current Only When Measuring
(Current Mode Setting) .......................53
4.10 Test for Short-Circuited Probe
(Probe Short-Circuit Detection Function)
............................................................54
4.11 Comparing the Measurement Settings of
Two Instruments
(Settings Monitor Function) ................ 56
4.12 Retrying Measurement After a Fault
(Retry Function) ..................................59
4.13 Maintaining Measurement Precision
(Self-Calibration) ................................60
4.14 Compensating for Thermal EMF Offset
(Offset Voltage Compensation - OVC) 61
Chapter 5 System Settings 63
5.1 Disabling and Enabling Key Operations
...........................................................63
Disabling Key Operations
(Key-Lock Function) ................................. 63
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Re-Enabling Key Operations
(Key-Lock Cancel) ................................... 64
5.2 Setting the Comparator Decision and
Key Beepers .......................................65
Enabling or Disabling the Key Beeper ..... 65
Setting the Comparator Decision (“JUDGE”)
Beeper ..................................................... 66
5.3 Power Line Frequency Manual Setting
...........................................................67
5.4 Setting the Clock ................................68
5.5 Adjusting Screen Contrast ..................69
5.6 Adjusting the Backlight .......................70
5.7 Initializing (Reset) ...............................71
Default Settings ........................................ 72
Chapter 6 Storing and
Exporting Data 73
6.1 Storing Data at Specific Times
(Data Memory Function) .....................74
6.2 Store as soon as Measurement is Stable
(Auto-Memory Function) ....................75
6.3 Performing Statistical Calculations on
Measured Values ...............................78
Using Statistical Calculations ................... 79
Confirming, Printing, and Erasing Calculation
Results ..................................................... 80
6.4 Auto-Exporting Measured Values (at End
of Measurement) (Data Output Function)
............................................................81
Chapter 7 Printing 83
7.1 Connecting the Printer ........................83
Connecting the Printer to the Instrument . 84
7.2 Instrument Settings ............................85
7.3 Printing ...............................................86
Printing Measured Values and Comparator
Decisions ................................................. 86
Printing Statistical Calculation Results ..... 86
Chapter 8 External Control 89
8.1 External Input/Output Connector
and Signals......................................... 89
Connector Type and Signal Pinouts ........ 90
Signal Descriptions .................................. 91
8.2 Timing Chart ...................................... 92
8.3 Internal Circuitry ................................. 94
Electrical Specifications ........................... 95
Connection Examples .............................. 96
8.4 External I/O Settings .......................... 97
Setting End-of-Measurement Signal Output
(EOM Signal Setting) ............................... 97
Setting the Trigger (TRIG) Signal Logic ... 98
8.5 External Control Q&A ........................ 99
8.6 Supplied Connector Assembly ......... 100
Chapter 9 Communications
(RS-232C/ GP-IB
Interface) 101
9.1 Overview and Features .................... 101
9.2 Specifications ................................... 102
9.3 Connecting ....................................... 103
Using the RS-232C Interface ................. 103
Using the GP-IB Interface
(RM3543-01 only) .................................. 104
9.4 Configuring the Communications
Protocol ............................................ 105
Configuring RS-232C Interface
Communications .................................... 105
Configuring GP-IB Interface Communications
(RM3543-01 only) .................................. 106
Select the Measurement Data Transmission
Format (both RS-232C and GP-IB) ........ 107
9.5 Communication Methods ................. 108
To cancel the Remote state
(enter the local state) ............................. 108
Message Format .................................... 109
Output Queue and Input Buffer .............. 112
Status Byte Register .............................. 113
Event Registers ...................................... 115
Initialization Items ................................... 118
Command Execution Time ..................... 119
Errors During Communications .............. 119
9.6 Message List .................................... 120
Standard Commands ............................. 120
Device-Specific Commands ................... 121
9.7 Message Reference ......................... 126
Message Reference Interpretation ......... 126
Standard Commands ............................. 127
Device-Specific Commands ................... 131
9.8 Data Exporting Methods .................. 152
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9.9 Sample Programs ............................ 154
Using Visual Basic 5.0 or 6.0 ..................154
Creation Procedure (Visual Basic 2005) .164
Sample Programs (Visual Basic 2005) ...166
9.10 Device Compliance Statement......... 168
Chapter 10 Specifications 171
Chapter 11 Maintenance and
Service 183
11.1 Troubleshooting ............................... 183
Inspection and Repair .............................183
11.2 Cleaning ........................................... 184
11.3 Error Displays and Remedies .......... 185
11.4 Disposing of the Instrument ............. 187
Removing the Lithium Battery .................187
Appendix A 1
Appendix 1 Four-Terminal (Voltage-Drop)
Method......................................A 1
Appendix 2 Effect of Thermal emf ...............A 2
Appendix 3 Unstable Measurement Values.A 3
Appendix 4 Effects of Probing .....................A 9
Appendix 5 Rack Mounting........................A 11
Appendix 6 Dimensional Diagram .............A 13
Appendix 7 Calibration...............................A 14
Appendix 8 Adjustment Procedure ............A 16
Appendix 9 Table of Commands Compatible
with the ADEX AX-1152D.......A 17
Appendix 10Zero Adjustment....................A 19
Index Index 1
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Task-Oriented Reference
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Task-Oriented Reference
To minimize measurement error
Setting the measurement speed (p. 29)
Setting the averaging function (p. 48)
Setting the measurement speed integration time option (p. 46)
Correcting measured values (p. 44)
Zero-adjustment (p. 32)
To judge measurement results
Judge measured values (comparator function) (p. 34)
Compare the measurement settings of two instruments
(Settings Monitor function) (p. 56)
To correct faulty measurements
Confirm faulty measurement (p. 38)
Improve probe contact (Contact Improver function) (p. 50)
Test for short-circuited probe (probe short-circuit detection
function) (p. 54)
Compare the measurement settings of two instruments
(Settings Monitor function) (p. 56)
To automatically store measured
values
Store as soon as measurement is stable
(Auto Memory function) (p. 75)
To print measurement results Printing (p. 83)
To measure by PLC connection
(PLC: Programmable Logic Controller)
External control (p. 89)
Communications (RS-232C/GP-IB interface) (p. 101)
To connect to a computer Communications (RS-232C/GP-IB interface) (p. 101)
To automatically send measure-
ment data to a computer
(RS-232C interface only)
Export measurement values automatically
(when finished measuring) (p. 81)
To check operation
Setting Measurement Start Conditions (Trigger Source) (p. 30)
Internal trigger (INT)
Calibration (p. A14)
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Measurement Flow
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Be sure to read the "Operating Precautions" (p. 7) before use.
Measurement Flow
Installing, Connecting and Turning On
Computer
communications
(p. 101)
Printing (p. 83)
External control
(p. 89)
EXT I/O
RS-232C
GP-IB
Compare the settings of two instruments
(p. 56)
SET MONITOR
Connecting the Power Cord (p. 22)
Turn the power on (p. 26)
Connect (p. 21)
Install (p. 7)
Connect the measurement cables (p. 23)
Settings
Set measurement
conditions (as needed)
Confirm the screen configuration
(p. 17)
Confirm the initial setup (p. 72)
•Basic Settings (p. 27)
•Configure settings for your
specific conditions (p. 41)
•System-related settings
(p. 63)
When changing settings
Change basic settings such
as measurement speed
Change to detailed settings
(measurement conditions
and system-related)
Set decision criteria
(p. 34)
Calculation, Printing, Communication, and External Control Settings
Data transmission (p. 81) Printing (p. 83)
Computer communications
(p. 101) External control (p. 89)
Statistical calculations
(p. 78)
Instrument interface settings must be
configured before printing or using
communications or remote control.
When Finished
Turn the power off (p. 26)
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Thank you for purchasing the HIOKI Model RM3543/ RM3543-01 Resistance HiTester.
To obtain maximum performance from the instrument, please read this manual first, and keep
it handy for future reference.
Model RM3543-01 is the same as the RM3543, but with GP-IB included.
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Microsoft Corporation in the UnitedStates and other countries.
• Other products and company names are trade names, registered trademarks, or trade-
marks of their respective owners.
Inspection
Content confirmation
Introduction
Verifying Package Contents
When you receive the instrument, inspect it carefully to ensure that no damage occurred during ship-
ping. In particular, check the accessories, panel switches, and connectors. If damage is evident, or if it
fails to operate according to the specifications, contact your dealer or Hioki representative.
Confirm that these contents are provided.
Model RM3543 or
RM3543-01 (with GP-IB included) ...............1
Power Cord (2-line + ground)(p. 22)
EXT I/O Male Connector (p. 100)
Instruction Manual (This document)............ 1
Operation Guide.......................................... 1
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Options
The following options are available for the instrument. Contact your authorized Hioki distributor or reseller
when ordering.
The options are subject to change. Visit our website for updated information.
Measurement Probes and Fixtures
(connect to measurement jacks)
Model 9140 4-terminal Probe
Model 9500 4-terminal Probe
Model 9262 Test Fixture
Model 9263 SMD Test Fixture
Alligator-clip-typemeasurement
probes. These general-purpose
dual-electrode clips fit a wide
range of conductor thicknesses.
Rubber-sheathed alligator-clip-
type measurement probes. This
design is ideal for 4-terminal-
pair resistance measurement
applications, for example mea-
suring standard resistors
This fixture is for measuring lead
components. (less than 10 m
residual resistance after zero
adjustment)
This fixture is for measuring chip
components. (less than 10 m
residual resistance after zero
adjustment)
Interface Cables
Model 9637 RS-232C Cable
(9-pin to 9-pin/ crossover cable)
Model 9638 RS-232C Cable
(9-pin to 25-pin/ crossover cable)
Model 9151-02 GP-IB Connector Cable (2m)
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