Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2
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Maintenance
Self Test
Keysight M9601A provides the self test function to check the operation. It is
recommended to perform the self test for the following condition or purpose.
• If emergency shutdown occurs.
In this condition, both the Access and Status indicators turn red. The
shutdwon condition will be solved after passing the self test.
• If you feel that the instrument may be defective.
• For preventive maintenance.
NOTE
Before performing the self test, turn the instrument output off and disconnect
cables from the measurement terminals.
To perform
self test
See
“To Perform Self Test” on page 17
Self Calibration
Keysight M9601A provides the self calibration function to maintain the
measurement performance. If the environmental temperature changes
5
C or
more, perform the self calibration. This is effective for the accurate
measurements by minimizing the effect of thermal drift. The self calibration must
be performed after warming-up of 40 minutes.
NOTE
Before performing the self calibration, turn the instrument output off and
disconnect cables from the measurement terminals.
To perform
self calibration
1. Click Start menu > Keysight M960x Source Measure Unit > M960x SFP. The
“Connect to Instrument” window will open.
2. From the list on the window, highlight the M9601A modules to connect and
click the “Connect” button to launch the Keysight M9601x Source Measure
Unit Soft Front Panel.
3. Confirm that the Access indicator on the M9601A front panel turns green.
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