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Keithley 2651A Quick start manual
Summary of 2651A
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Model 2651a high power ® instrument quick start guide system sourcemeter.
Page 2: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions observe the following safety precautions before using this product and any associated instrumentation. Although some instruments and accessories would normally be used with nonhazardous voltages, there are situations where hazardous conditions may be present. This product is inten...
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Do not connect switching cards directly to unlimited power circuits. They are intended to be used with impedance-limited sources. Never connect switching cards directly to ac mains. When connecting sources to switching cards, install protective devices to limit fault current and voltage to the card....
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To maintain protection from electric shock and fire, replacement components in mains circuits - including the power transformer, test leads, and input jacks - must be purchased from keithley instruments. Standard fuses with applicable national safety approvals may be used if the rating and type are ...
Page 5: Instrument
Introduction to the model 2651a high power system sourcemeter ® instrument the model 2651a system sourcemeter ® instrument is a high-power source-measure unit (smu) that simplifies test processes by combining source and measure capabilities in a single instrument. A model 2651a is a scalable, high-t...
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Unpack and inspect the instrument to unpack and inspect the instrument: 1. Inspect the box for damage. 2. Open the top of the box. 3. Remove the bag that contains the documentation, accessories, and cd-roms. 4. Remove the packaging insert. Packing insert optional rack-mount hardware model 2651a docu...
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5. Carefully lift the instrument out of the box. Model 2651a instrument 6. Inspect the instrument for any obvious signs of physical damage. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately. Safety unpack connect faqs next steps introduction test.
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1 3 2 10 11 12 5 6 7 8 4 9 9 model 2651a-kit-1 (low-impedance/high-current coaxial cable) refer to the packing list for additional items that might have shipped with your instrument. In addition to the model 2651a high power system sourcemeter ® instrument, you should have received: 7 male direct pl...
Page 9: Connect The Instrument
Connect the instrument important test system safety information this product is sold as a stand-alone instrument that may become part of a system that could contain hazardous voltages and energy sources. It is the responsibility of the test system designer, integrator, installer, maintenance personn...
Page 10: Install The Instrument
Use high-reliability fail-safe interlock switches to disconnect power sources when a test fixture cover is opened. Where possible, use automatic handlers so operators are not required to access the dut or other potentially hazardous areas. Provide training to all users of the system so they understa...
Page 11: Turn On The Instrument
Operating the instrument on an incorrect line voltage may cause damage to the instrument, possibly voiding the warranty. To connect line power: 1. Make sure the front panel power switch is in the off (0) position. 2. Connect the socket of the supplied power cord to the power connection on the rear p...
Page 12: Power-Up Sequence
The entire power-up process takes approximately 30 seconds to complete. When initialization is complete, you will see the default display screen, as shown below. ---.---mv ---.---mv srca:+000.000mv lima:100.000ma srca:+000.000mv lima:100.000ma auto auto a brief display showing “keithley model 2651a”...
Page 13: Test The Instrument
Safety unpack connect faqs next steps introduction test test the instrument the following test verifies basic operation of the model 2651a. In this test, you will use the front-panel controls shown below to source a voltage and measure the voltage output. You do not need to connect a device-under-te...
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5. Turn the navigation wheel to set the source value to 20.0000 v, and then press the navigation wheel to enter the selection and exit edit mode. --.---- v --.---- v srca:+20.0000 v lima:10.0000ma srca:+20.0000 v lima:10.0000ma auto auto compliance limit set to 10.0000ma --.---- v --.---- v srca:+20...
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Safety unpack connect faqs next steps introduction test these steps confirm basic functionality of your model 2651a. Please turn instrument power off now. When you finish making measurements, turn the output off by pressing the output on/off control. The output indicator led turns off. Observe the m...
Page 17: Faqs
Faqs what should i do if i see an error message when i turn the instrument on? If an error message is displayed, press the exit (local) key. The model 2651a will return to the default display screen. For detailed information about error messages, see “errors and status messages” in the model 2651a r...
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