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Controllers Area Networks Inc.
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This Device Invented, Developed, and Manufactured in
Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0
Smart Tweezers
User Manual Version 1.0
CANADA
Patent Pending
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  • Page 1 Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 ontrollers etwork Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 This Device Invented, Developed, and Manufactured in CANADA Patent Pending Page 1 of 16...
  • Page 2: Notice

    Safety Information Warnings • Inspect the Smart Tweezers case before using. Look for cracks and any damage. Pay close attention to the insulation around the tips. Inspect test leads for damaged insulation and exposed metal. Do not use the device if it appears to be damaged.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 Table of Contents Notice ........................2 Safety Information....................2 Warnings......................2 Cautions....................... 2 Distributors:......................2 Table of Contents ....................3 Overview ......................... 4 Quick Reference ....................5 Display Area ......................5 Primary Display ....................
  • Page 4: Overview

    Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 Overview Smart Tweezers is an R-L-C meter in a set of tweezers. Smart Tweezers is designed for production line component evaluation, on board impedance testing, and SMD components sorting. With automatic recognition of measurement mode...
  • Page 5: Quick Reference

    (e.g. L, C). When multiple features are present, secondary display shows one of the values. For example, ESR value can appear in the secondary display while capacitor value appears in the primary display. Bar Graph The bar graph provides an analog indication of the measured input and is located at the bottom of the display.
  • Page 6: The Jog Dial Button

    Important: Do NOT use the virtual ground when the tested circuit is under the power. Slide Switch The slide switch can optionally be used to measure DC voltage up to 8V by enabling a 1/10 voltage divider. Important: The slide switch should be turned off once the voltage measurement is completed.
  • Page 7: Using The Smart Tweezer

    Using the Smart Tweezers Turning Smart Tweezers ON To turn the Smart Tweezers ON, press the jog dial button to any position. The sign in the low left corner of the display indicates that device is ON and ready to perform measurements. A, R, L or C indicate auto, resistance, inductance and capacitance respectively.
  • Page 8: Menu Structure

    Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 Menu Structure From the main menu it is possible to set the Smart Tweezers back to their default setting (AUTOSET) or go to SYSTEM or MEASURE menus (Fig. 6). AUTOSET...
  • Page 9 Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 SYSTEM Setting Menu Use SYSTEM menu to set up system parameters for all functions (Fig. 8). SOUND DISPLAY PERIOD EXIT Figure 8. SOUND Menu Use the SOUND setting to turn the beeper ON or OFF as shown in Fig. 9.
  • Page 10: Returning To Factory Defaults

    0.5 SEC 0.25 SEC Figure 11. Returning to Factory Defaults Smart Tweezers comes with the setup options preset at the factory. To return to these settings: 1. Go to the MAIN menu. 2. Set AUTOSET. 3. Set EXIT and all factory settings are restored.
  • Page 11: Measurements

    The default setting is to perform fully automatic auto range measurement for resistance, inductance and capacitance. Most measurement functions also have a manual mode, which can be selected by using the jog dial button. Use the manual setting when you need to measure a specific parameter or need better accuracy.
  • Page 12 (less than 50pf or more than 100uF) or inductance. AUTO 10. kHz 1.0 kHz 0.1 kHz Figure 14. To fix test frequency set “Smart Tweezers” as shown in Fig. 14. MAIN MEASURE FREQ AUTO EXIT 10KHz 1KHz 0.1KHz...
  • Page 13 Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 Use AUTO mode (default) to measure DC Voltage from 100uV to 800mV. 564.11mV Figure 16. Use TRACE mode if you want to see the oscilloscope like picture of Voltage (Fig.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 Maintenance General Maintenance Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect measurement accuracy. Clean the terminals regularly. Do not use abrasives or solvents. To clean the terminals: 1. Turn the device off.
  • Page 15: Basic Specifications

    Controllers Area Networks Inc. Smart Tweezers User Manual Version 1.0 Basic Specifications Measured Parameters: C, L, R, ESR, Rs, Rp Measuring Frequencies: 100Hz, 1 kHz, 10kHz Measurement rate: 1 time per second, default 0 to 800 mV DC Voltage: (Up to 8V with optional slide switch manual setting...
  • Page 16 WARRANTY Dear Madam/Sir, You are now the owner of Smart Tweezers Meter, a product that ranks the first of its kind in the world. CAN Inc. provides 12 months warranty from the original date of purchase against defective material and workmanship.

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