Keithley 2635B Quick Start Manual

Keithley 2635B Quick Start Manual

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Models 2634B, 2635B, and 2636B
System SourceMeter Instruments
Quick Start Guide
Safety
Introduction

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  • Page 1 Models 2634B, 2635B, and 2636B System SourceMeter Instruments Quick Start Guide Safety Introduction...
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    Measurement Category II (as referenced in IEC 60664) connections require protection for high transient overvoltages often associated with local AC mains connections. Certain Keithley measuring instruments may be connected to mains. These instruments will be The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any marked as category II or higher.
  • Page 3 If you are using a test fixture, keep the lid closed while power is applied to the device under selected parts should be purchased only through Keithley Instruments to maintain test. Safe operation requires the use of a lid interlock.
  • Page 4: Power And Environmental Specifications

    Power and environmental specifications Measurement input Measurement category I For indoor use only. Voltage: 200 VDC maximum HI to LO, 250 VDC LO to ground Power Supply 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz Current: 101 mA at 200 V; (auto sensing) 1.515 A at 20 V Impedance: Variable...
  • Page 5 IVI instrument driver for National Instruments LabVIEW™ and related release notes. Complete documentation for the Series 2600B instruments is • J2SE™ Runtime Environment. available for download on the Keithley web page. Go to www.tek.com/keithley and search for Series 2600B manual. • Keithley I/O layer and release notes The Series 2600B documentation includes: •...
  • Page 6: Unpack And Inspect The Instrument

    Unpack and inspect the instrument To unpack and inspect the instrument: Inspect the box for damage. Open the top of the box. Remove the documentation and accessories. Carefully lift the instrument out of the box. Remove the packaging insert. Inspect the instrument for any obvious signs of physical damage.
  • Page 7 In addition to the Series 2600B System SourceMeter Instrument, ® you should have received: Keithley USB flash drive containing the Model 2400 software emulation personality script. Interlock DB-25 male connector kit hardware. One RJ-45 LAN crossover cable for the 2636B. Two RJ-45 LAN crossover cables for the 2634B and 2635B.
  • Page 8: Connect The Instrument

    Use high-reliability fail-safe interlock switches to 42.4 V peak, or 60 VDC for equipment rated for dry disconnect power sources when a test fixture cover is opened. locations. Keithley Instruments products are only rated for dry locations. • Where possible, use automatic handlers so operators are not required to access the DUT or other potentially hazardous •...
  • Page 9: Install The Instrument

    Install the instrument The 2600B can be used on a bench or in a rack. Please see the instructions that came with your rack-mount kit if you are The power cord supplied with the Series 2600B installing the 2600B in a rack. contains a separate ground wire for use with grounded outlets.
  • Page 10: Turn On The Instrument

    Turn on the instrument Turn on the instrument by pressing the front panel POWER Operating the instrument on an incorrect line switch to the on (|) position. voltage may cause damage to the instrument, possibly voiding the warranty. To connect line power: Make sure the front panel power switch is in the off (0) position.
  • Page 11: Power-Up Sequence

    2635B, the display will show “KEITHLEY Model 2635B.” • Line frequency detection and other startup checks. If the instrument is a 2635B, you will see the default display screen, shown below. FAQs Safety Safety...
  • Page 12: Test The Instrument

    Test the instrument Step 1: Set source function, range, and level The following test verifies basic operation of the 2634B, 2635B, and 2636B. In this test, you will use the front-panel controls If the instrument has two channels (2634B or 2636B) and shown below to source voltage and measure the voltage output.
  • Page 13 The main display screen reappears: Step 2: Set the source limit Press the LIMIT key. You will see a blinking character in the LimA value field. While that character is still blinking, press down RANGE keys as needed to select the 10 mA limit range. Verify that the source limit value in the LimA field is 10.0000 mA.
  • Page 14 Step 4: Turn the output on Turn the output on by pressing the OUTPUT ON/OFF control (for 2634B and 2636B) or (2635B). The ON/OFF indicator LED lights and measurements begin. Step 5: Observe measurements Observe the measured voltage on the main area of front panel display.
  • Page 15 These steps confirm basic functionality of your 2634B, pressing the OUTPUT ON/OFF control control. 2635B, or 2636B instrument. Turn the instrument power OFF The output indicator LED turns off. now. For a basic understanding of the of the Series 2600B functionality, we strongly recommend that first-time users become familiar with the Series 2600B Reference Manual.
  • Page 16 The Series 2600B will return to the default display screen. For personality script, you can download the latest version from detailed information about error messages, see “Errors and the Keithley Instruments website. Go to www.tek.com/keithley status messages” in the Series 2600B Reference Manual.
  • Page 17: Next Steps

    Next steps The Series 2600B Reference Manual Keithley Instruments website Refer to the Series 2600B Reference Manual for detailed See: www.tek.com/keithley for support and additional information information about all features of the instrument. about the instrument. FAQs Safety Unpack Connect...
  • Page 18 Contact Information: Find more valuable resources at TEK.COM Australia* 1 800 709 465 Austria 00800 2255 4835 Copyright © 2017, Tektronix. All rights reserved. Balkans, Israel, South Africa and other ISE Countries +41 52 675 3777 Tektronix products are covered by U.S. and foreign Belgium* 00800 2255 4835 patents, issued and pending.

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