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Keysight M9601A Startup Manual

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  • Page 1 Keysight M9601A PXIe Precision Source/Measure Unit Startup Guide...
  • Page 2 - This product complies with POLLUTION BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WAR- other things, that Keysight: (1) Furnish techni- DEGREE II defined in IEC 61010-1. RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT- cal information related to commercial com- NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 3 Return the instrument to a Keysight Technolo- Hot surface. Avoid contact. Sur- gies sales or service office for services and faces are hot and may cause per- repair to ensure that safety features are main- sonal injury if touched.
  • Page 4 The Chinese mark for paper- To return unwanted products, contact your documentation. The equipment based packaging materials; local Keysight office or visit the following Paperboard and Corrugated will be marked with this symbol website for more information. when it is necessary for the user Fiberboard http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Related Documentation Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions Before Unpacking Inspect for Damage Return the Module for Service Step 2: Verify Shipment Contents Step 3: Install the Software Requirements Installation Process Step 4: Install the Module Step 5: Verify Operation of the Module To Check Communication To Update the Firmware...
  • Page 6 Guarding Installing Interlock Circuit Maintenance Cleaning Self Test Self Calibration Calibration...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Keysight Connection Expert and a soft front panel (SFP). • M9601A PXIe Precision SMU, 1.25 MSa/s, 10 fA, 210 V, 315 mA Keysight also supplies software drivers that allow you to support the modules in many popular PXI chassis and programming environments. The soft front panel allows you to exercise the SMUs.

  • Page 8: Step 1: Unpack And Inspect The Module

    Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module CAU T IO N Keysight’s PXIe chassis and instrument modules are shipped in materials which prevent static electricity damage. The modules should only be removed from the packaging in an anti-static area ensuring that correct anti-static precautions are taken.

  • Page 9: Before Unpacking

    Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module Before Unpacking Keysight M9601A module is designed to meet IEC/EN61010-1 and must only be installed in the PXIe chassis which is certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. The PXIe chassis must already be installed on a static-safe workbench so that you can install the module soon after unpacking.

  • Page 10: Return The Module For Service

    Should it become necessary to return a module for repair or service, follow the steps below. 1. Review the warranty information shipped with your product. 2. Contact Keysight to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) and return address. For assistance in finding Keysight contact information, visit www.keysight.com/find/assist.

  • Page 11: Step 2: Verify Shipment Contents

    M9601A 10 fA, 210 V, 315 mA Quick Startup Poster Certification of calibration (without test data) Short bar Connector-terminal block 2.5 mm 6-terminal Consumable supplies of the M9601A are shown in below. Table 1-2 Consumable Supplies Description Part number Quantity...

  • Page 12: Step 3: Install The Software

    Keysight PXIe chassis which has already been set up For setting up the controller and the PXIe chassis, refer to the PXIe chassis documentation. NOT E Minimum 1 GB free space is required on the controller for installing the M9601A software. Installation Process Visit www.keysight.com/find/m9601a...

  • Page 13: Step 4: Install The Module

    Generic module installation is shown below. It may not reflect your module’s actual size and chassis placement. Install the left-most module first and continue installing modules from left to right according to the image below. Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...
  • Page 14 CAU T IO N Ensure that filler panels are installed in all empty slots. Missing filler panels will impact cooling of the chassis and may cause RFI (radio frequency interference) with other devices. Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...

  • Page 15: Step 5: Verify Operation Of The Module

    Device Manager. The module should be visible in the device tree. The controller might request a reboot. Reboot the controller, if requested. 6. Check if the module is also visible in the Keysight Connection Expert; e.g. via Start menu > Keysight Connection Expert.

  • Page 16: To Update The Firmware

    1. Click Start menu > Keysight M960x Source Measure Unit > M960x SFP. The “Connect to Instrument” window will open. 2. In the list on the window, highlight the M9601A modules to connect and click the “Connect” button to launch the Keysight M960x PXIe Source Measure Unit Soft Front Panel (the M960x SFP).

  • Page 17: To Perform Self Test

    1. Click Start menu > Keysight M960x Source Measure Unit > M960x SFP. The “Connect to Instrument” window will open. 2. In the list on the window, highlight the M9601A modules to connect and click the “Connect” button to launch the M960x SFP.

  • Page 18: Front Panel Features

    Front Panel Features Front Panel Features This section describes the connectors and the indicators on the M9601A front panel. • “LED Indicators” • “Measurement Terminals” • “Trigger and Interlock Terminals” Figure 1-1 M9601A Front Panel Status indicator Access indicator Trigger and Interlock...

  • Page 19: Led Indicators

    Front Panel Features LED Indicators The M9601A module has two LED indicators, Access and Status. These indicators show the status of the M9601A. See Table 1-3 for the meanings. If the emergency shutdown occurs, both indicators turn red. Table 1-3...
  • Page 20 à la protection de la boîte est ouverte. • Si vous changez l'interface de connexion, un test d'installation, la sonde, ou toute autre élément, connectez un cordon d'enclenchement à celui utilisé actuellement. Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...
  • Page 21 HS connector is used to make the 4-wire connection (Kelvin connection). Each connector has three conductors: core, inner shield, and outer shield. These conductors are the measurement terminals as shown in the following figure. Guard High force Low force High sense Guard Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...
  • Page 22 LF and Low force terminal and frame/chassis terminal frame/chassis These terminals are connected together by using the short bar when the M9601A is shipped from the factory. The short bar must be connected to perform the grounded measurement. If you want to perform the floating measurement, or if you want to connect another instrument’s ground to the Low force, remove the short bar and leave...

  • Page 23: Trigger And Interlock Terminals

    Trigger and Interlock Terminals The M9601A has the following terminals for the trigger signal input/output and the interlock circuit status detection. The M9601A has a 6-pin terminal block on the front panel. The pin assignment of the terminal block is shown in Figure 1-1.

  • Page 24: Connecting A Dut

    Connecting a DUT Connecting a DUT This section describes how to connect a device under test (DUT) to the M9601A, and includes the following descriptions. • “2-Wire Connections or 4-Wire Connections” • “Floating” • “Guarding” W ARN IN G To avoid touching the end of the extension cable or the terminal area with the DUT, cover over the conductors with insulator.

  • Page 25: 2-Wire Connections Or 4-Wire Connections

    The M9601A provides an interlock function to prevent the user from receiving an electrical shock from high voltages over the limit which is programmable, within 42 V. If the interlock terminals are open, the M9601A cannot apply a high voltage.
  • Page 26 Short bar High force High sense Low sense Low force Frame/chassis Figure 1-3 2-Wire Connections and 4-Wire Connections High force High force High sense Low sense Low force Low force 2-wire connections 4-wire connections Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...

  • Page 27: Floating

    1-4. The guard shield is necessary to prevent the leakage current in the measurement environment: extension cable, test fixture, shielding box, and so on. So it is important to use a triaxial cable such as Keysight PX0102A-001 Low Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...
  • Page 28 DUT. CAU T IO N Never connect the guard shield to any output, including the frame/chassis ground or any other guard terminal. Doing so will damage the M9601A. Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...

  • Page 29: Installing Interlock Circuit

    The M9601A module cannot apply high voltage over the limit when the interlock terminals are open. The limit value is programmable, within 42 V. To perform...
  • Page 30 Mechanical switch (Keysight N1254A-402 or equivalent), 2 ea • Connector-terminal block 2.5 mm 6-terminal, 1 ea • BNC to ferrule terminal cable (Keysight PX0101A-001 (1.5 m) / 002 (3.0 m) or equivalent), 1 ea • BNC connector (jack to soldering terminals), 1 ea •...
  • Page 31 Installing Interlock Circuit Figure 1-6 Dimension of the Interlock Switch (Keysight N1254A-402) 10.3 4.75 35.6 Switch off 15.3 10.3 15.9 18.8 C OM 22.2 27.8 Units: mm Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance This section describes the maintenance tasks of the M9601A. • “Cleaning” • “Self Test” • “Self Calibration” • “Calibration” Cleaning To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the chassis from the mains before cleaning. Use a dry soft cloth or a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap and water solution to clean the external surfaces of the chassis, modules, and accessories.

  • Page 33: Self Test

    1. Click Start menu > Keysight M960x Source Measure Unit > M960x SFP. The self calibration “Connect to Instrument” window will open. 2. From the list on the window, highlight the M9601A modules to connect and click the “Connect” button to launch the Keysight M9601x Source Measure Unit Soft Front Panel.

  • Page 34: Calibration

    It is recommended to perform the calibration once a year at least. For the calibration and adjustments, contact Keysight Technologies. Trained service personnel will perform the calibration and adjustments. Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2...
  • Page 36 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2019 Edition 2, December 2019 *M9601-90000* M9601-90000 www.keysight.com...

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