Model 2461 Interactive SourceMeter® Instrument Reference Manual
Section 2: General operation
2461-901-01 A/November 2015
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Source current and make measurements
When the Model 2461 is sourcing current, you can make current, voltage, resistance, or power
measurements.
Using the front panel:
1. Connect the device under test (DUT) as described in
(on page 2-83).
2. Set the function for your measurement. Press
FUNCTION
. Under Source Current and Measure,
select the type of measurement you want to make.
3. Select the source current range. Under SOURCE I on the Home screen, select the button next to
Range. Select the appropriate setting.
4. Set the source current level. Under SOURCE I on the Home screen, select the number next to
Source. Use the displayed number pad to set the value. Select
OK
.
5. Set voltage limits for the source. Under SOURCE I on the Home screen, select the number next
to Limit. Set an appropriate value.
6. Select the measurement range. In the MEASURE area of the Home screen, select the button
next to Range and choose an appropriate range.
7. Turn on the output by pressing the
OUTPUT ON/OFF
switch. The OUTPUT indicator light turns
on.
8. Hold the
TRIGGER
key for three seconds to change the measurement method. Select one of the
following options:
Continuous Measurement:
The instrument makes continuous measurements.
Manual Trigger Mode:
The instrument makes measurements when you press the TRIGGER
key.
9. Observe the readings.
10. When you are finished, turn the output off by pressing the
OUTPUT ON/OFF
switch. The
OUTPUT indicator light turns off.
Source values
When you edit the source value, the source is updated immediately. This allows you to adjust the
source value while the output is on.
In certain situations, you cannot change the source value immediately. These situations include:
•
While the instrument is performing a sweep
•
If offset compensation is enabled (ohms measurements only)
•
If the Quick Setup Ohmmeter option is enabled