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Revision of the manual. Each new Revision includes a revised copy of this print history page. Revision A (Document Number 7017-901-01)..................August 1996 All Keithley product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Keithley Instruments, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
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Safety Precautions The following safety precautions should be observed before using Do not exceed the maximum signal levels of the instruments and ac- this product and any associated instrumentation. Although some in- cessories, as defined in the specifications and operating informa- struments and accessories would normally be used with non-haz- tion, and as shown on the instrument or test fixture panels, or ardous voltages, there are situations where hazardous conditions...
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7017 • 800MH ULTIPLEXER PECIFICATIONS MULTIPLEXERS PER CARD: 2(with isolated ground). IN 1 CHARACTERISTIC IMPEDANCE: 50Ω nominal. CHANNELS PER MULTIPLEXER: 4. CONTACT CONFIGURATION: 1 pole Form A, common shield. RELAY DRIVE CURRENT: 26mA per channel. CONNECTOR TYPE: SMA. RECOMMENDED CABLE: RG-223/U.
Table of Contents General Information Introduction ................................1-1 Features ................................1-1 Warranty information............................1-1 Manual addenda ..............................1-1 Safety symbols and terms ............................ 1-1 Specifications ............................... 1-1 Unpacking and inspection ............................ 1-2 1.7.1 Inspection for damage ..........................1-2 1.7.2 Handling precautions ..........................1-2 1.7.3 Shipment contents ............................
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Operation Introduction ................................. 3-1 Signal limitations ..............................3-1 Front panel control............................... 3-1 3.3.1 Closing and opening channels ........................3-1 3.3.2 Scanning channels ............................. 3-2 IEEE-488 bus control ............................3-2 3.4.1 Closing and opening channels ........................3-2 3.4.2 Scanning channels ............................. 3-2 Switching considerations .............................
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List of Illustrations Connections and Installation Figure 2-1 Model 7017 simplified schematic ........................ 2-2 Figure 2-2 Model 7017 card configuration........................2-2 Figure 2-3 Typical connection scheme .......................... 2-3 Figure 2-4 Card installation in Model 7001........................2-4 Figure 2-5 Card installation in Model 7002........................2-5...
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List of Tables Servicing Table 4-1 Recommended verification equipment ......................4-2 Table 4-2 Insertion loss values ............................. 4-2 Table 4-3 Recommended troubleshooting equipment....................4-9 Table 4-4 Troubleshooting procedure ........................4-10 Replaceable Parts Table 5-1 Model 7017 parts list............................ 5-2...
Keithley representative or authorized repair facility in your area for more information. When returning Model 7017 specifications are located at the front of this the card for repair, be sure to fill out and include the service manual.
Should it become necessary to return the Model 7017 for re- pair, carefully pack the unit in its original packing carton or the equivalent, and include the following information: 1.7.2 Handling precautions...
Model 7017. The card is arranged into two separate multi- plexers, each with four channels. This section includes information on making connections to the Model 7017 and installing the card in the Model 7001/ 7002 Switch System. 2.3.2 Card configuration Figure 2-2 shows the general configuration of the Model...
IN 3 Multiplexer B OUT B Multiplexer A OUT A IN 6 IN 2 IN 5 IN 1 Figure 2-1 Model 7017 simplified schematic Multiplexer B Multiplexer A SMA Input/Output SMA Input/Output Connectors Connectors Figure 2-2 Model 7017 card configuration...
Figure 2-3 shows a typical connecting scheme for the Mod- jacks should be made using 50 Ω coaxial cable equipped with el 7017. In this arrangement, sources are connected to the SMA connectors. RG223/U is the recommended cable type. inputs, and the measuring instrument is connected to the outputs.
2.4.2 Card removal Follow the steps below to remove the multiplexer card from The following paragraphs describe how to install and re- the mainframe. move the Model 7017 card assembly from the Model 7001/ 7002 mainframe. WARNING WARNING Turn off power to all instrumentation...
Connections and Installation Ejector Arms (locked position) WARNING: INTERCONNECTION, INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF CARDS BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. CARD CARD CARD CARD WARNING: NO INTERNAL OPERATOR SERVICEABLE PARTS, SERVICE BY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY. Figure 2-5 Card installation in Model 7002...
Model 7001/7002 CLOSE key. For example, to close chan- 7017 including signal limitations, switching considerations, nel 4 of a Model 7017 installed in slot 2, key in the following and applications. For detailed mainframe operating informa- channel list, and press CLOSE:...
Model 7017 installed in slot 1: nels to be included in the scan list. For example, the following list scans channels 1, 3, and 5 through 8 of a Model 7017 in- *RST stalled in slot 2:...
Since the Model 7017 is designed to work with 50 Ω cables, you must use 50 Ω cables to assure proper impedance match- ing. (RG223/U cable is recommended.) Mismatching any- 3.6.1 Multiplexer expansion...
Multiplexer A OUT A IN 3 IN 4 "T" Connector Instrument IN 5 Note: This configuration will not maintain 50Ω characteristic impedance. IN 6 Multiplexer B OUT B IN 7 IN 8 Model 7017 Figure 3-1 “T” connector multiplexer expansion...
Figure 3-2. Here, the A and B outputs puts together using a short coaxial cable, as shown in Figure of one Model 7017 are connected to two inputs of multiplexer 3-3. Note that this connection scheme provides a convenient A of a second Model 7017 card.
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IN 3 IN 4 Short 50Ω Coax Cable IN 5 IN 6 Multiplexer B Instrument Connections OUT B IN 7 IN 8 Model 7017 A. Connections DUTs Figure 3-3 B. 4 x 4 Matrix Configuration 4 × 4 matrix connection...
• High repeatability with little resistance variation be- 3.6.3 Tape head production testing tween closures: < 10m Ω . The Model 7017 can be used with an LCR bridge to produc- tion test tape heads. Such testing generally involves measuring device impedance variations to help control manufacturing processes.
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Operation IN 1 IN 2 OUT A IN 3 IN 4 Model 7017 IN 5 IN 6 OUT B IN 7 Tape Head LCR Meter IN 8 (1 of 4) IN 1 IN 2 OUT A IN 3 IN 4...
This section contains information necessary to service the • Do not store or operate the card in an environment Model 7017 and includes information on handling and clean- where dust could settle on the circuit board. ing, performance verification, as well as principles of opera- tion and troubleshooting.
Figure 4-1. Be sure to use 50 Ω cables and set up for all insertion loss tests. 4.3.2 Recommended verification equipment 4. Install the Model 7017 in the Model 7001 or 7002 main- frame. Table 4-1 summarizes the test equipment recommended for 5.
Servicing Channel 1 Connections Shown IN 1 Network Analyzer IN 2 OUTPUT INPUT OUT A 50Ω Cables IN 3 IN 4 IN 5 IN 6 OUT B IN 7 IN 8 Model 7017 Figure 4-1 Connections for insertion loss tests...
Servicing 4.3.4 Isolation tests 2. With the power off, install the Model 7017 card in the mainframe. Isolation tests check the leakage resistance (isolation) be- 3. Turn on the mainframe and the Model 6517 power, and tween various Model 7017 terminals using the ohms func- allow the electrometer to warm up for at least one hour tion of a Model 6517 Electrometer.
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD,REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. Model 6517 Electrometer IN 5 Note: Configure electrometer for internal voltage source connection. IN 6 OUT B IN 7 IN 8 Model 7017 Figure 4-2 Connections for channel isolation tests...
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD,REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. Model 6517 Electrometer Note: Configure electrometer for internal voltage source IN 4 connection. IN 5 IN 6 OUT B IN 7 IN 8 Model 7017 Figure 4-3 Connections for center-to-shield isolation tests...
FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD,REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING. Model 6517 Electrometer Note: Configure electrometer for internal voltage source IN 4 connection. IN 5 IN 6 OUT B IN 7 IN 8 Model 7017 Figure 4-4 Connections for multiplexer-to-multiplexer isolation tests...
Figure 4-5 shows a simplified block diagram of the Model for installation or use. 7017. Key sections include the relay data control circuits, the • Remove the devices from their protective containers relay driver ICs, the relays, and the card configuration mem- only at a properly grounded workstation.
Table 4-3 summarizes recommended equipment for trouble- relay driver IC (U102). The serial data is clocked in by the shooting the Model 7017. CLK (clock) line. Table 4-3...
Replaceable Parts Introduction Factory service This section contains replacement parts information, sche- If the card is to be returned to Keithley Instruments for repair, matic diagrams, and component layout drawings for the perform the following: Model 7017. • Call the Repair Department at 1-800-552-1115 for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
Replaceable Parts Table 5-1 Model 7017 parts list Keithley Circuit design. Description part number PROGRAMMED EPROM 7017-800-* C101,102,103 CAP, .1UF,20%,50V,CERAMIC C-365-.1 C104,105 CAP, 10UF,-20+100%,25V,ALUM ELEC C-314-10 J1001-1005, RT. ANGLE JACK RECEPTACLE CS-905 1010-1014 K101-112 RELAY (SPST),GORDOS,4705S RL-131 P2001 CONNECTOR, 32-PIN, 2-ROWS...
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Index Applications 3-3 Handling and cleaning precautions 4-1 Safety symbols and terms 1-1 Handling precautions 1-2, 2-1, 4-1 Scanning channels 3-2 Servicing 4-1 Shipment contents 1-2 Signal limitations 3-1 Basic “T” configuration 3-3 Simplified schematic 2-1 Block diagram 4-8 IEEE-488 bus control 3-2 Soldering considerations 4-1 Input/output connecting cables 2-3 Special handling of static-sensitive...
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Service Form Model No. Serial No. Date Name and Telephone No. Company List all control settings, describe problem and check boxes that apply to problem. Intermittent Analog output follows display Particular range or function bad; specify IEEE failure Obvious problem on power-up Batteries and fuses are OK Front panel operational All ranges or functions are bad...
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