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Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter / Voltage Source Reference Manual
Section 1: Getting Started
Shipment contents
The following items are included with every Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter order:
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Model 6482 with line cord
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Model 7078-TRX-BNC adapters (quantity 2)
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Accessories as ordered
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Certificate of calibration
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One CD-ROM (including this reference manual)
Instruction manual
A CD-ROM containing this reference manual and any required software and drivers is included
with each Model 6482 order.
Check the Keithley Instruments website (http://www.keithley.com) for the latest revision of the
manual. The latest manual can be downloaded (in PDF format) from the website.
Repacking for shipment
If you need to return the Model 6482 for repair, carefully pack the instrument in its original packing
carton or the equivalent, and follow these instructions:
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Call the Repair Department at 1-888-KEITHLEY (1-888-534-8453) for a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number.
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Advise as to the warranty status of the Model 6482.
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Write ATTENTION REPAIR DEPARTMENT and the RMA number o n the shipping label.
Options and accessories
The following options and accessories are available from Keithley for use with the Model 6482.
Triaxial cables and adapters
Model 7078-TRX-1:
This low-noise 12-inch triaxial cable is terminated at both ends with 3-slot
male triaxial connectors.
Model CS-751 Barrel Adapter:
This is a barrel adapter that allows you to connect two triaxial
cables together. Both ends of the adapter are terminated with 3-lug female triaxial connectors.
Model CS-1053 Barrel Adapter:
This barrel adapter is terminated at both ends with 3-slot male
triaxial connectors.
Model 237-BNC-TRX Adapter
: This is a male BNC to 3-lug female triaxial adapter (guard
disconnected). It is used to terminate a triaxial cable with a BNC plug.
Model 237-TRX-T Adapter:
This is a 3-slot male to dual 3-lug female triaxial tee adapter for use
with triaxial cables.
Model 7078-TRX-BNC Adapter:
This is a 3-slot male triaxial to female BNC adapter. This adapter
lets you connect a BNC cable to the triaxial input of the Model 6482.
Model 237-TRX-TBC Connector:
This is a 3-lug female triaxial bulkhead connector with cap for
assembly of custom panels and interface connections.
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