General Information
1-2
1.3
Warranty information
Warranty information is located on the inside front cover of
this instruction manual. Should your Model 6517A require
warranty service, contact the Keithley representative or au-
thorized repair facility in your area for further information.
When returning the instrument for repair, be sure to fill out
and include the service form at the back of this manual to
provide the repair facility with the necessary information.
1.4
Manual addenda
Any improvements or changes concerning the instrument or
manual will be explained in an addendum included with the
manual. Be sure to note these changes and incorporate them
into the manual.
1.5
Safety symbols and terms
The following symbols and terms may be found on an instru-
ment or used in this manual.
The
symbol on an instrument indicates that the user
should refer to the operating instructions located in the manual.
The
symbol on an instrument shows that high voltage
may be present on the terminal(s). Use standard safety pre-
cautions to avoid personal contact with these voltages.
The
symbol indicates that the test fixture (i.e. Model
8009) must be connected to a safety earth ground using #18
AWG wire or larger.
The
WARNING
heading used in this manual explains dan-
gers that might result in personal injury or death. Always
read the associated information very carefully before per-
forming the indicated procedure.
The
CAUTION
heading used in this manual explains haz-
ards that could damage the instrument. Such damage may in-
validate the warranty.
1.6
Specifications
Full Model 6517A specifications are found in Appendix A.
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1.7
Inspection
The Model 6517A was carefully inspected, both electrically
and mechanically before shipment. After unpacking all items
from the shipping carton, check for any obvious signs of
physical damage that may have occurred during transit.
(Note: There may be a protective film over the display lens,
which can be removed.) Report any damage to the shipping
agent immediately. Save the original packing carton for pos-
sible future reshipment.
If an additional manual is required; order the appropriate
manual package:
• Model 6517A User’s Manual — Keithley P/N
6517A-900-00
• Model 6517 Getting Started Manual — Keithley
P/N 6517-903-00
• Model 6517 Service Manual — Keithley P/N
6517-905-00
1.8
Options and accessories
The following options and accessories are available from
Keithley for use with the Model 6517A:
Model 237-ALG-2 Triax Cable:
This is a 2-meter (6.6 ft.)
low noise triax cable terminated with a 3-slot male triax con-
nector on one end and 3 alligator clips on the other.
Model 237-BNC-TRX Adapter:
This is a male BNC to 3-
lug female triax adapter (guard disconnected). It is used to
terminate a triax cable with a BNC plug. Suitable for use with
the Model 6517A V-Source in high voltage applications.
Model 237-TRX-T Adapter:
This is a 3-slot male to dual 3-
lug female triax tee adapter for use with 7078-TRX triax ca-
bles. Suitable for use with the Model 6517A V-Source in
high voltage applications.
Model 7078-TRX-BNC Adapter:
This is a 3-slot male triax
to female BNC adapter. This adapter lets you connect a BNC
cable to the triax input of the Model 6517A. Suitable for use
with the Model 6517A in high voltage applications.
Model 237-TRX-TBC Connector:
This is a 3-lug female
triax bulkhead connector with cap for assembly of custom
panels and interface connections. Suitable for use with the
Model 6517A V-Source in high voltage applications.
Model 1050 Padded Carrying Case:
A carrying case for a
Model 6517A. Includes handles and shoulder strap.
