Introduction; Embedded Pc Policy; Model 4200-Scs System Overview - Keithley 4200-SCS Reference Manual

Section 1: Introduction

Introduction

This section introduces you to the Keithley Instruments Model 4200-SCS Semiconductor
Characterization System (SCS) and its documentation, as follows:
• Embedded PC
party software and its no-tamper policy for the Windows
• Model 4200-SCS system
- An overall block diagram and written summary of the system.
- Basic configurations and capabilities of the Source-Measure Units (SMUs), preamps,
- Views and descriptions of the front and rear instrument panels.
• Model 4200-SCS documentation
is provided with your 4200-SCS.

Embedded PC policy

CAUTION

Model 4200-SCS system overview

The Model 4200 Semiconductor Characterization System (4200-SCS) is an automated system
that provides I-V, pulsed I-V, and C-V characterization of semiconductor devices and test
structures. Its advanced digital sweep parameter analyzer combines speed and accuracy for deep
sub-micron characterization.
Tests are easily and quickly configured and executed from the Keithley Interactive Test
Environment (KITE). KITE is an application program designed and developed specifically for
characterizing semiconductor devices and materials. Source and measurement functions for a test
are provided by up to eight source-measure units (SMUs). Test capabilities are extended by
support of a variety of external components.
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policy: Explains Keithley Instruments' policy concerning the use of third-
pulse generator card, Digital Storage Oscilloscope, and Capacitance-Voltage Units
(CVUs) that source and measure the electrical signals that are connected to your
Devices Under Test (DUTs).
Keithley Instruments warrants the performance of the 4200-SCS only with the
factory-approved Microsoft
software preinstalled on the 4200-SCS by Keithley Instruments. Systems that
have been modified by the addition of unapproved third-party application
software (software that is not explicitly approved and supported by Keithley
Instruments) are not covered under the product warranty. Model 4200-SCS
systems with unapproved software may need to be restored to factory-
approved condition before any warranty service can be performed (for
example, calibration, upgrade, technical support). Services provided by
Keithley Instruments to restore systems to factory-approved condition will be
treated as out-of-warranty service with associated time and material charges.
Do not reinstall or upgrade the Microsoft Windows operating system (OS) on
any 4200-SCS. This action should only be performed at an authorized Keithley
Instruments service facility. Violation of this precaution will void the 4200-SCS
warranty and may render the 4200-SCS unusable. Any attempt to reinstall or
upgrade the operating system will require a return-to-factory repair and will be
treated as an out-of-warranty service, including time and material charges.
Although users must not attempt to reinstall or upgrade the operating system,
the user can restore the hard drive image (complete with the OS) using the
Acronis True Image OEM, described in Section 10
restore software.
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overview: Describes how to use the documentation that
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Section 1
Introduction