Software Features; Hardware Features And Capabilities - Keithley 4200-SCS Reference Manual

Section 1: Introduction

Software features

The 4200-SCS KTE Interactive Software is comprised of six software tools used to operate and
maintain the 4200-SCS. Each of these tools is described below:
• KITE: Keithley Interactive Test Environment (KITE) is the main 4200-SCS device
characterization application. KITE is a versatile tool that facilitates both interactive
characterization of an individual device or automated testing of an entire semiconductor
wafer. Tests are organized into individual projects, which are managed and executed by
KITE.
• KULT: The Keithley User Library Tool (KULT) allows test engineers to integrate custom
algorithms (user modules) into KITE. Internal 4200-SCS instrumentation and external
instrumentation can be controlled by means of user modules written using the C
programming language. KULT is used to create and manage libraries of user modules.
• KCON: The Keithley CONfiguration (KCON) utility allows test engineers to define the
configuration of external GPIB instruments, switch matrices, and analytical probers
connected to the 4200-SCS. KCON also provides basic diagnostic and troubleshooting
functions.
• KXCI: The Keithley External Control Interface (KXCI) allows the use of an external
computer to control the SMUs, pulse generator cards, and a scope card remotely over the
GPIB (IEEE-488) or Ethernet interface. You can do this in either of two modes: the 4145
emulation mode or the more full-featured 4200 extended mode, which provides access to
most of the 4200-SCS commands and ranges. KXCI also provides a command set that
allows user modules created in KULT to be executed.
• KPulse: KPulse is the Keithley Instruments virtual front panel application that allows direct
access to the features of the Keithley pulse cards.
• KScope: KScope is the Keithley Instruments virtual front panel application that allows direct
access to the features of the 4200-SCP2 or 4200-SCP2HR scope cards.

Hardware features and capabilities

Important hardware features of the 4200-SCS mainframe include the following:
• Eight module slots: For pulse source-measure, four slots may be used for Keithley pulse
cards and one other slot for a scope card.
• Display: Built-in 12.1 in. XGA Flat Panel Display (4200-SCS/F) or external monitor with a
VGA plug (4200-SCS/C) provides access to the various KTE Interactive Software
components. The 4200-SCS/F can drive the built-in FPD and an external CRT/monitor
simultaneously in either matched resolution or extended desktop mode.
• Computer: IBM PC-compatible computer running Microsoft
• IEEE-488 interface: Allows the 4200-SCS to control GPIB-equipped devices or to be
controlled by an external GPIB controller.
• RS-232: Interfaces the unit to peripherals, such as a printer, plotter, or prober.
• Interlock connector: Interfaces to a test fixture or prober interlock circuit to ensure the
instrumentation is controlled in a safe manner.
• LAN connection: Built-in Ethernet interface for connections to a local area network.
• USB Ports: Four USB 2.0 ports that provide interfaces to peripherals such as pointing
devices, printers, scanners, flash drives, external hard drives, and CD-ROM drives.
Key hardware electrical and mechanical characteristics are described in more detail in the next
few subsections.
NOTE
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Older 4200-SCS systems may differ slightly from the capabilities listed above.
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