Keysight 4284A Installation guide

Keysight Technologies
Migrating from a Keysight 4284A
LCR Meter to a Keysight E4980A
Precision LCR Meter
Technical Overview

Keysight Technologies, Inc. is proud to introduce the Keysight E4980A precision
LCR meter to our 4284A LCR customers. Based on the latest technology, this
LCR meter provides the best combination of accuracy, speed, and versatility for
a wide range of component measurements. The E4980A offers excellent cost/
performance value, enhancing your test and measurement efficiency by
providing fast measurement speed and outstanding performance at both low
and high impedance ranges.
E4980A Precision LCR Meter Overview .......................................................................... 3
Advantages of the E4980A ................................................................................................ 4
Accuracy ........................................................................................................................ 4
Speed.............................................................................................................................. 6
Versatility ....................................................................................................................... 9
E4980A and 4284A Common Features ........................................................................... 12
Migrating from the 4284A................................................................................................. 13
Appendix
1. Specification Comparison ............................................................................................. 14
2. Setup Resolution Comparison...................................................................................... 15
3. Measurement Speed Comparison............................................................................... 16
4. Option Configuration Comparison............................................................................... 17
5. Interface Comparison Table.......................................................................................... 17
6. Display Area Design Comparison................................................................................ 18
7. Front Panel Comparison................................................................................................ 19
8. Menu and Key Tree Structure Comparison ............................................................... 20
9. Remote Control: GPIB Commands Compatibility ..................................................... 22
10. Trigger System and Data Transfer Comparison ...................................................... 24
11. Status Byte Assignments Comparison .................................................................... 25
12. Technical Reference for the Handler Interface Migration.................................... 26
Setting a new standard for
impedance measurements
TOP 3 reasons to migrate
– Accuracy
– Speed
– Versatility

The Keysight E4980A precision LCR meter (20 Hz to 2 MHz) provides the best
combination of accuracy, speed, and versatility for a wide range of component
measurements. Offering the fastest measurement speed in its class and out-
standing performance at both low and high impedance ranges, the E4980A is
the ultimate tool for general testing of leaded and surface-mount components
and materials.
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With basic impedance accuracy of 0.05%, minimized noise and extremely small
residual impedance for both low and high impedance measurements, the
E4980A LCR meter provides the measurement performance needed to meet the
test requirements of the latest devices. Low measurement fluctuation results in
extremely stable and accurate measurements for better design reliability and
higher yields.
–Low impedance measurements: milliohm equivalent series resistance (ESR)
–High impedance measurement: femto-farad (fF) capacitance
Fast measurement speed reduces your cost of test
More than five times faster1than the 4284A LCR meter with the same or lower
noise level, the E4980A LCR offers fast measurement speed and outstanding
performance over a wide impedance range. The maximum speed at required
signal-to-noise levels can be achieved using three measurement modes
(SHORT/MED/ LONG compensation) and an average number up to 999.
–5.6 ms/point (SHORT), the best speed in its class
–88 ms/point (MED)
–220 ms/point (LONG)
Versatile functions and features to meet all your impedance
measurement needs
The E4980A can be used with over 30 fixtures2to meet all your evaluation
needs from materials to SMD components. This light weight, compact instru-
ment provides 16 impedance measurement parameters for your testing conve-
nience. Other features include:
Measurement versatility
–20 Hz to 2 MHz test frequency with 4-digit resolution at any frequency
–100 V to 2 Vrms, 1 A to 20 mArms variable test signal
–Auto-level control
–201 points of programmable list sweep
Option E4980A-001 power and DC bias enhancement
–0 to 20 Vrms/100 mArms test signal
–Built-in 40 V DC bias with 0.33 mV resolution
–DC resistance, DC current, and DC voltage measurement capability
E4980A Precision LCR Meter Overview
1. In SHORT mode.
2. Please refer to Keysight's "Accessories Selection Guide for Impedance Measurements"
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Option E4980A-002 bias current interface and the 42841A
bias current source
DC current bias:
–0.01 A to 20 A (with the 42841A and the 42842A)
–0.02 A to 40 A (with the 42841A x 2ea., the 42842B and the 42843A)
Automated test system interface
–Option E4980A-201 handler interface
–Option E4980A-301 scanner interface
Advantages of the E4980A
Accuracy:
Excellent performance for low and high impedance measure-
ments
The E4980A LCR meter provides impedance measurements with excellent per-
formance across all frequency ranges to meet the test requirements of the lat-
est devices. Compared to the 4284A LCR meter, the E4980A provides a wider
measurement range and increased data fluctuation to increase test quality and
reduce cost of test.
100 mohm measurement range for ultra-low impedance test
Option E4980A-001 can provide a 100 mohm measurement range for ultra-low
impedance measurements,1while option 4284A-001 only provides a 1 ohm
measurement range.2
Wider measurement range, same accuracy
E4980A extends the test frequency range up to 2 MHz and enhances the accu-
racy capability to meet the stringent requirements of today's devices. Figures 1
and 2 shows the calculated measurement range graph for both the 4284A and
E4980A LCR meters based on their specifications. The measurement range of
the E4980A is wider than 4284A with the same accuracy across frequency
ranges making this instrument more suitable for both low and high impedance
measurements.
1.E-02
1.E-01
1.E+00
1.E+01
1.E+02
1.E+03
1.E+04
1.E+05
1.E+06
1.E+07
1.E+08
1.E+01 1.E+02 1.E+03 1.E+04 1.E+05 1.E+06 1.E+07
Test frequency [Hz]
1% Accuracy measurement range [ohm]
4284A
E4980A
Condition:
Test signal: 1 Vrms
Test time: MED
Cable length = 0 m
At room temperature
1. Test signal voltage is over 2 Vrms and the test signal current is not more than 100 mA.
2. Test signal voltage is over 2 Vrms and the test signal current is not more than 200 mA.
Figure 1. Measurement range comparison
(accuracy = 1%)

Improved measurement stability
Figure 3 shows the data fluctuation comparison of low and high impedance
measurements based on the results of 100 continuous measurements. (DC
bias: OFF, Cable length: 0 m, Temperature: 25 ºC) The graphs in Figure 3 show
that the E4980A enhances both the measurement data fluctuation and the
measurement time.
The graphs in Figure 4 show the E4980A set up as “SHORT, Avg=11”. The test
time is similar to the 4284A's “SHORT” mode test times, but the data fluctua-
1.E-03
1.E-02
1.E-01
1.E+00
1.E+01
1.E+02
1.E+03
1.E+04
1.E+05
1.E+06
1.E+07
1.E+08
1.E+09
1.E+01 1.E+02 1.E+03 1.E+04 1.E+05 1.E+06 1.E+07
Test frequency [Hz]
10% Accuracy measurement range
[ohm]
4284A
E4980A
Condition:
Test signal: 1 Vrms
Test time: MED
Cable length = 0 m
At room temperature
Measured standard deviation
-3.0E-05
-2.0E-05
-1.0E-05
0.0E+00
1.0E-05
2.0E-05
3.0E-05
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Times
Data de viation [ohm]
E4980A SHORT
4284A SHORT
Measured standard deviation
-1.0E-05
-5.0E-06
0.0E+00
5.0E-06
1.0E-05
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Times
Data de viation [ohm]
E4980A MED
4284A MED
E4980A SHORT Av15.6 ms 2.45

ohm
4284A SHORT Av130 ms 8.82

ohm
Standard deviation
Measurement time er oint
E4980A MED Av1 88 ms 0.42  ohm
4284A MED Av1 180 ms 1.68 
ohm
Standard deviation
Measurement time er oint
E4980A MED Av1 88 ms 0.12 
4284A MED Av1180 ms 0.19 
Standard deviation Measurement time er oint
E4980A SHORT Av15.6 ms 0.77 
4284A SHORT Av130 ms 1.39 
Standard deviation
Measurement time er oint
Measured standard deviation
-3.0E-15
-2.0E-15
-1.0E-15
0.0E+00
1.0E-15
2.0E-15
3.0E-15
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Times
4284A SHORT
E4980A SHORT
Measured standard deviation
-6.0E-16
-3.0E-16
0.0E+00
3.0E-16
6.0E-16
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Times
4284A MED
E4980A MED
Data deviation [] Data deviation []
Low impedance measurement High impedance measurement
DUT: 1 mohm resistor, freq: 100 kHz, 10 Vrms DUT: 1pF capacitor, freq: 1 MHz, 20 mVrms
Figure 2. Measurement range comparison
(accuracy = 10%)
Figure 3. Data fluctuation comparisons of the E4980A and the 4284A using SHORT and MED with the same average number of 1

tion has been greatly improved. The data fluctuation in this example is similar
to the 4284A's data fluctuation in “MED” mode.
Speed:
Faster measurement speeds
The E4980A offers more than 5 times faster in SHORT mode, and approximately
two times faster measurement speed in MED mode than the 4284A; this is the
best speed in its class. Maximum speed and repeatability can be achieved
using the three measurement modes (SHORT/MED/LONG) with the average
function. See Figure 5.
The E4980A precision LCR meter's fast measurement speed, combined with
high accuracy and measurement repeatability, provides accurate and
high-throughput test capability for both low and high impedance measure-
ments.
Option E4980A-005: For users that do not require the ultimate measurement
speed in a short length of time, an economical, entry model option is available.
1. Measurement time at 1 MHz. For additional details, refer to the E4980A data sheet
(literature number 5989-4435EN).
Measured data fluctuation
-1.0E-05
-5.0E-06
0.0E+00
5.0E-06
1.0E-05
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Times
Data deviation [ohm]
E4980A SHORT (Avg11)
4284A SHORT
E4980A (SHORT, Avg=11) 27.6 ms 0.23 fF
4284A (SHORT, Avg=1) 30 ms 1.39 fF
Standard deviation
Measurement time per point
E4980A (SHORT, Avg=11) 28.6 ms 0.94 ohm
4284A (SHORT, Avg=1) 30 ms 8.82
ohm
Standard deviation
Measurement time per point
Measured data fluctuation
-3.0E-15
-2.0E-15
-1.0E-15
0.0E+00
1.0E-15
2.0E-15
3.0E-15
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Times
4284A SHORT
E4980A SHORT (Avg11)
Data deviation [F]
Low impedance measurement High impedance measurement
DUT: 1 mohm resistor, freq: 100 kHz, 10 Vrms DUT: 1pF capacitor, freq: 1 MHz, 20 mVrms
Figure 4. Data fluctuation comparisons of the E4980A and the 4284A using SHORT with the same measurement time
Figure 5. Measurement time1comparison of the
standard E4980A and 4284A LCR meters

The entry model offers the same level of accuracy, only with 2 to 5 times less
speed than the standard model.
Faster data transfer speed
The E4980A's GPIB data transfer speed is 5 to 40 times faster than the data transfer
speed of the 4284A.
GPIB data transfer speed comparison of E4980A vs 4284A
1
10
100
1000
COMP
OFF COMP ON List 10 points 128 set buffer List 201 points
Data size
Total transfer time [ms]
4284A ASCIII
4284A Binary
E4980A ASCII
E4980A Binary
COMP ON: Comparator function is On
COMP OFF: Comparator function is OFF
List 10 points: list sweep is set at 10 points
128 set buffer: buffer memory stores and
transfers 128 sets of the data.
List 201 points: list sweep is set at 201 points
COMP
OFF
COMP
ON
List
10 points
128 set
buffer
List
201 points
E4980A ASCII 22.16 4.82 28.95 44.33
Binary 1.96 1.98 4.64 21.67 33.09
4284A ASCII 10.74 11.6 60.33 723.03
Binary 4.62 5.57 28.88 315.51
Figure 6. Measurement speed: standard E4980A LCR
vs. economy model E4980A-005 LCR vs. 4284A LCR
Figure 7. GPIB data transfer rates for the E4980A and
4284A LCR meters

From the data shown above, it is easy to conclude that the E4980A provides
higher throughput than the 4284A; further lowering cost of test in manufactur-
ing environments.
Shorter cycle time
Enhanced measurement and data transfer times result in shorter cycle time.
Figure 8 compares the total measurement times of the E4980A, the
E4980A-0051and the 4284A LCRs. As you can see, the E4980A offers 2 to more
than 5 times improvement in measurement speed.
0.0000 0.5000 1.0000 1.5000 2.0000 2.5000
4284A
Short
E4980A-005
Short (DispOFF)
E4980A Short
(DispON)
E4980A Short
(DispOFF)
4284A
Med
E4980A-005
Med (DispOFF)
E4980A Med
(DispON)
E4980A Med
(DispOFF)
Measurement time [s]
Measure time Data trans time
Actual measurement setup:
DUT: 1pF capacitor
Freq: 1 MHz
Test signal level: 30 mVrms
10 points bias current list sweep
Comparator function: OFF
Measurement rang hold
AVG = 1, OSL: OFF
Bias current: 1, 2, 5, 7, 10, 13, 15,
20, 25, 30 V
2.5 times faster
More than
5 times faster
1. E4980A-005 is the entry model. Please see page 7 for more information.
Figure 8. Measurement speed comparison of the E4980A, E4980A-005 and 4284A LCR meters
(Unit: s) 4284A E4980A-005 E4980A Short E4980A Short 4284A E4980A-005 E4980A Med E4980A Med
Short Short (DispOFF) (DispON) (DispOFF) Med Med (DispOFF) (DispON) (DispOFF)
Measurement
Time
0.6422 0.2599 0.1013 0.0734 2.1642 1.7399 0.9648 0.8904
Date Transfer
Time
0.0516 0.0036 0.0097 0.0036 0.0517 0.0037 0.0097 0.0037
Total Time 0.6938 0.2635 0.1110 0.0070 2.2159 1.7436 0.9745 0.8942

Versatility:
The E4980A provides powerful features to increase test reliability and efficiency. The
instrument has a new user interface that is even easier to use and the measurement
capability to suit your applications.
User friendly interface offers more PC connectivity
Flexible connectivity: Use USB (USB TMC), LAN and GPIB interfaces to control the
E4980A LCR. You can even use a LAN cable with a computer and a Web browser.
USB memory interface: A USB memory device can be used to save setup states,
measurement log data and graphic image files (memory devices only).
Advanced, easy-to-use interface
–New “skip” key enables access lower-level menus quickly and easily
–New larger windows for enhanced readability
–Quick recall to shorten recall time
–New [Preset] key enables fast, easy clearing and resetting of test setups.
Figure 9. Control your instrument remotely and
easily using USB (USB TMC) or LAN connections
Figure 10. A USB memory device can be used to
save set up states, data or graphs
Figure 11. Large display mode example

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The E4980A provides more accurate evaluation under actual usage situations. This
is due to:
–Enhanced frequency point resolution, 0.01 Hz (min.) and 4-digit resolution in every
frequency range.
–10 times enhanced resolution of test signal voltage and DC bias voltage (max.).
–Test signal: Min. 100 uV (1 mV for the 4284A)
–Bias voltage: Min. 330 uV (1 mV for the 4284A)
–Enhanced data display: 7 digit resolution for the E4980A (6 digit resolution for the 4284A),
and a new DISP:ENAB OFF command to turn off the display completely saving display
refresh time.
–Delay time: Min 100us (1 ms for the 4284A) for step delay. Min 100 us (N/A for the 4284A)
for trigger delay.
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With the E4980A LCR, you can set frequency, measurement range and stimulus
conditions as list parameters (up to 201). Set two parameters independently to achieve
measurements results under a variety of conditions.
Add an external PC with a data spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel, to
simplify character analysis of impedance vs frequency (test signal, DC bias, etc.).
Freq. test signal DC bias, etc.
Impedance
E
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
50k 100k 150k 200k
Frequency [Hz]
Z: E4980A
Z: 4284A
|Z| [ohm]
Figure 12. Increased frequency resolution enhances
test accuracy
Figure 13. 201 point list sweep lets you
set your own parameters

New measurement capability
DCR, DCI and DCV measurements are now readily available. Furthermore, the
addition of an independent DC source (Option E4980A-001) expands the flexibil-
ity of DC control and bias applications. With this low noise voltage source, you
can evaluate the AC characteristics of 3 terminal devices easily without using
external DC source. E4980A provides you with a simplified one-box solution,
making an additional DC source or multimeter unnecessary. For example, you
can easily evaluate the ON/OFF state condition transistors or analog switches
by sweeping the DC source voltage. Figure 15 shows a CMOS evaluation exam-
ple which is a typical sample of this type of application.
Gate voltage Vg.
R_ ds
0
–2V 2V
Ex. Evaluation of
transistor's ON resistance
@ 100 kHz
Figure 14. DCR, DCV and DCI measurements
Figure 15. CMOS evaluation example: measurement
setup (left), measurement results (right)

E4980A and 4284A Common Features
The Keysight 4284A LCR meter has been regarded as the industry standard in
its instrument class for its excellent performance. The E4980A inherits all the
core functions of Keysight 4284A, and is further optimized for efficient mea-
surements and high reliability, The E4980A also introduces new, easy-to-use
measurement capabilities. Common features include:
User interface
–Menu hierarchy
–Display modes
–BIN setting
–“Preset” key function
Hardware features
Standard:
–0.05 % basic accuracy
–2 Vrms test signal
–1.5, 2 V DC bias support
–1 m cable correction
–Current fixture compatibility
Option E4980A-001 and 4284A-001:
–20 Vrms test signal support
–±40 V DC bias support
Option E4980A-002 and 4284A-002
–40A DC support with the 42841A
Option E4980A-201 and 4284A-201
–Handler interface support
Option E4980A-301 and 4284A-301
–128 channels multi-correction
–Scanner interface support
E4980A (standard) and Option 4284A-006
–2/4-m cable correction
Remote user interface
–Trigger/status byte system
–GPIB commands (Refer to “Appendix 9” on page 22 for detailed command compatibility.)

Migration Reference
1. Maximum test signal current is 100 mA for the E4980A
and 200 mA for the 4284A
In order to perform a SHORT correction or low impedance measurement
(less than 100 ohm), the test signal voltage of E4980A must be set up so
that the total test signal current does not exceed 100 mA.
2. Selection for handler interface connection
Current Option 4284A-202 users and customers using the following compo-
nent handlers should refer to “Appendix 12” on page 26 of this document.
Some modification is necessary.
–Palomar Model M16 Handler
–Palomar Model M11 Handler
–Q-Corporation RTR2 Handler
–Isumeca 83 Handler
–EA Model M015 Handler
3. Interference of front rubber guide
The rubber guide on the front of the E4980A may interfere with some fixture
connections. Follow one of the two methods below to resolve this issue.
–Take the rubber guide off the E4980A
–Take the “STOPPER” off of the Keysight fixtures
STOPPER
Rubber guide
Figure 16. Front rubber guide and STOPPER

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Table 1. Specifications for the E4980A and 4284A LCR meters
4284A E4980A
Frequency 20 Hz to 1 MHz DC, 20 Hz to 2 MHz
Frequency resolution  0.01Hz(min) 4 digits (= 45001 points total)
AC signal voltage level ALC OFF: 5 m to 2 Vrms
ALC ON: 10 m to 1 Vrms
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ALC OFF: 0 m to 2 Vrms
ALC ON: 0 m to 2 Vrms
ALC OFF: 0 m 
ALC ON: 0 m to 20 Vrms
AC signal voltage level
resolution
1 mV (min.) 100 uV (min.)
AC signal current level ALC OFF: 50 uA to 20 mArms
ALC ON: 100 uA to 10 mArms
ALC OFF: 50 uA to 200 mArms 
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ALC OFF: 0 uA to 20 mArms
ALC ON: 0 uA to 20 mArms
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ALC ON: 0 uA to 100 mArms 
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AC signal current level
resolution
10 uA (min.) 1 uA (min.)
Output impedance 100 ohm 100 ohm
DC bias voltage/current
level
 


–40 V to +40 V/–100 mA to 100 mA
–40 V to +40 V/–100 mA to +100 mA
DC bias voltage /current
level resolution (with

1 mV (min.)/10 uA (min.) 330 uV (min.) / 1 uA (min.)
List sweep  



DC source voltage

 201 points
Remote control  LAN, USB, Web
Command  4284A compatible
Comparator  
Handler interface  1
Multi correction  Default: none

Scanner interface  
Basic accuracy 0.05 % 0.05 %
Measurement parameter  
Measurement speed
(SHORT) 1500 ms @ 20 Hz
270 ms @ 100 Hz
40 ms @ 1 kHz
30 ms @ 1 MHz
5x faster than 4284A (SHORT)
330 ms @ 20 Hz
100 ms @ 100 Hz
20 ms @ 1 kHz
5.6 ms @ 1 MHz


Measurement speed
(MED/LONG)
1500/1800 ms @ 20 Hz
400/1040 ms @ 100 Hz
190/ 830 ms @ 1 kHz
180/ 820 ms @ 10 k~1 MHz
2x faster than 4284A (MED)
4x faster than 4284A (LONG)
380/480 ms @ 20 Hz
180/300 ms @ 100 Hz
110/240 ms @ 1 kHz
92/230 ms @ 10k
89/220 ms @ 100 k~2 MHz
Cable length operation  0, 1, 2, 4 m (Default)
Cabinet dimension (mm)  
LCD 


color, wide LCD viewing angle
Weight  5.3 kg
Appendix 2. Setup Resolution Comparison
Table 2-1. Test signal voltage level and resolution (standard)
Resolution
Test signal voltage level 4284A E4980A
0 Vrms to 5 mVrms  100 uVrms
5 mVrms to 200 mVrms 1 mVrms 100 uVrms
200 mVrms to 500 mVrms 10 mVrms 200 uVrms
500 mVrms to 1 Vrms 10 mVrms 500 uVrms
1 Vrms to 2 Vrms 10 mVrms 1 mVrms
Table 2-2. Test signal voltage level and resolution (with Option E4980A-001 installed)
Resolution
Test signal voltage level 4284A E4980A
0 Vrms to 5 mVrms  100 uVrms
5 mVrms to 200 mVrms 1 mVrms 100 uVrms
200 mVrms to 500 mVrms 10 mVrms 200 uVrms
500 mVrms to 1 Vrms 10 mVrms 500 uVrms
1 Vrms to 2 Vrms 10 mVrms 1 mVrms
2 Vrms to 5 Vrms 100 mVrms 2 mVrms
5 Vrms to 10 Vrms 100 mVrms 5 mVrms
10 Vrms to 20 Vrms 100 mVrms 10 mVrms
Table 2-3. DC bias voltage level and resolution (with Option E4980A-001 installed)
Resolution
DC bias voltage level 4284A E4980A
0 V to 4 V 1 mV 330 uV
4 V to 5 V 2 mV 330 uV
5 V to 8 V 2 mV 1 mV
8 V to 10 V 5 mV 1 mV
10 V to 20 V 5 mV 2 mV
20 V to 40 V 10 mV 5 mV

Table 2-4. Frequency resolution
Resolution
Frequency 4284A E4980A1
20 Hz to 1 kHz 
F(Hz) = m/n;
Where, m = 60000,
62500, 75000



1 kHz to 10 kHz 1 Hz
10 kHz to 100 kHz  10 Hz
100 kHz to 1 MHz 100 Hz
1 MHz to 2 MHz N/A 1 kHz
1. 45001 points total.
Appendix 3. Measurement Speed Comparison
Measurement time is defined as the time from the trigger to the output of the
end of measurement (EOM) at the handler interface.
Table 3. Measurement speed comparison of the E4980A, E4980A-005 and 4284A LCR meters
Frequency Model SHORT MEDIUM LONG
100 Hz E4980A

4284A
100 ms
240 ms
270 ms
180 ms
380 ms
400 ms
300 ms
650 ms
1040 ms
1 kHz E4980A

4284A
20 ms
37 ms
40 ms
110 ms
200 ms
190 ms
240 ms
590 ms
830 ms
10 kHz E4980A

4284A
7.7 ms
25 ms
30 ms
92 ms
180 ms
180 ms
230 ms
580 ms
820 ms
100 kHz E4980A

4284A
5.7 ms
23 ms
30 ms
89 ms
180 ms
180 ms
220 ms
570 ms
820 ms
1 MHz E4980A

4284A
5.6 ms
23 ms
30 ms
88 ms
180 ms
180 ms
220 ms
570 ms
820 ms
Entry Model (Option E5980A-005)
For users that do not require the ultimate measurement speed in a short length
of time, an economical, entry model option is available. The entry model offers
the same level of accuracy only with 2 to 5 times less speed than the standard
model.


E4980A option configuration is similar to the 4284A options, and it is available
to suit your specific component design and test needs.
Table 4. Option configurations of the E4980A and 4284A LCR meters
Options 4284A E4980A
Power enhancements

20 VAC, 40 VDC



E4980A-0011
Function enhancements
  Default
Interface options2












E4980A-2013


Add hardcopy manuals














N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A (P/N: E4980-90100)
Calibration documents





E4980A-1A7
Other










Default


Appendix 5. Interface Comparison
Table 5. Interface option comparison of the E4980A and 4284A LCR meters
4284A E4980A Interface type Comparison
  



   

   

  

Same
1. 

2. 



3. 

Table 6. Display area design comparison between the 4284A and E4980A LCR meters
 4284A E4980A
 SAME
 N/A
Softkey area SAME
 
 SAME
 SAME
 SAME
Appendix 6. Display Area Design Comparison
Figure 17. Display area of the 4284A LCR meter
Figure 18. Display area of the E4980A LCR
meter

Appendix 7. Front Panel Comparison
Figure 19. Front panel comparison of the 4284A and
E4980A LCR meters
Table 7. Comparison of 4284A and E4980A front panels
Number 4284A E4980A
1Line On/Off
2LCD
3Softkeys
4Menu key
 
 
1
5CURSOR Keys
  2
6ENTRY keys
  

  N/A
  
9
 
button
N/A
B
  N/A
D UNKNOWN terminals
E
F N/A 
1. The [System] key is located under the LCD. [Save/Recall] displays the catalog list. Pressing
[DISPLAY FORMAT] twice enlarges the text.
2. The new [skip] key provides, faster, easier access to lower-layer menus.

Table 8. Menu and key tree structure of the E4980A and 4284A LCR meters
4284A E4980A


MEAS DISP
BIN No.
ON/OFF
BIN COUNT
COUNT: ON/OFF/RESET
LIST SWEEP
MOD: SEQ/STEP
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME

SAME
SAME

LOAD
D.P. FIX A
D.P. FIX B
STORE
PRINT DISP
PRINT DATA
KEY LOCK

SAME
 RECALL DATA


 SAVE
SAVE DISPLAY)


SAME
MEAS SETUP

FUNC

LEVEL
RANGE
BIAS
INTEG
TRIG
ALC

DCI
AVG
Vm
Im
DELAY
DEV A:/B:
REF A:/B:
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME

SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME

SAME
SAME



SHORT
LOAD
CABLE
MODE
CH No.
FUNC

REF A:/B


SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME
SAME

SAME
SPOT No. 1
SAME
SPOT No. 2
SPOT No. 3

 All the SAME
Appendix 8. Menu and Key Tree Structure
Comparison