Measurement Error Defect on Chemical Impedance Analyzer IM3590

Description of the Defect

Under the following conditions, measured impedance values may fluctuate considerably, causing non-conformance with the specified measurement accuracy.

  • Measurement frequency: 1 kHz or the range between 9.3 kHz and 10 kHz
  • Measurement speed: FAST
  • Measurement range: 10 kΩ range
  • Measurement object: Capacitor (1.6 nF to 160 nF) or inductor (16 mH to 1.6 H)

IM3590

Affected firmware version numbers

V1.00 to V1.09

Countermeasures

Follow the procedure described below to install the firmware V1.10 onto the instrument.

  • 1.Download the latest firmware and the document “How to update Model IM3590.”
  • 2.Store the firmware onto the USB flash drive.
  • 3.Install the firmware onto the instrument by following the document “How to update Model IM3590.”