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Keysight M9601A Startup Guide, Edition 2

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Introduction

Introduction

The Keysight M9601A Precision Source/Measure Unit (SMU) delivers fast 
transient voltage output, high resolution current measurement, easy installation 
and configuration via the Keysight Connection Expert and a soft front panel 
(SFP).

M9601A PXIe Precision SMU, 1.25 MSa/s, 10 fA, 210 V, 315 mA

Keysight also supplies software drivers that allow you to support the modules in 
many popular PXI chassis and programming environments. The soft front panel 
allows you to exercise the SMUs.

Related Documentation

This Startup Guide, and the documentation listed below, can be found on the 
Keysight web site. Visit 

www.keysight.com/find/m9601a

 to get the latest 

documents, specifications, and software.

• Soft Front Panel User’s Guide

• IVI Programming Guide

• IVI Driver Reference

• LabVIEW Driver Reference

• Data sheet

Summary of Contents for M9601A

Page 1: ...Keysight M9601A PXIe Precision Source Measure Unit Startup Guide...

Page 2: ...the same terms by which the software is customarily provided to the public Accordingly Keysight provides the Software to U S government customers under its stan dard commercial license which is embod...

Page 3: ...trument in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard DO NOT REMOVE COVERS No operator serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to qualified personnel To prevent electrical shock do not...

Page 4: ...AUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met WARNING A WARNING denotes a hazard It calls atten tion to an operating procedure or practice that if not correctly performed o...

Page 5: ...Shipment Contents 11 Step 3 Install the Software 12 Requirements 12 Installation Process 12 Step 4 Install the Module 13 Step 5 Verify Operation of the Module 15 To Check Communication 15 To Update th...

Page 6: ...Guarding 27 Installing Interlock Circuit 29 Maintenance 32 Cleaning 32 Self Test 33 Self Calibration 33 Calibration 34...

Page 7: ...MSa s 10 fA 210 V 315 mA Keysight also supplies software drivers that allow you to support the modules in many popular PXI chassis and programming environments The soft front panel allows you to exerc...

Page 8: ...or destroy electronic components Use a static safe work station to perform all work on electronic assemblies This figure shows a static safe work station using two types of ESD protection Conductive...

Page 9: ...stall the module soon after unpacking Refer to the PXIe chassis manual for chassis installation and details Inspect for Damage After unpacking a module carefully inspect it for any shipping damage Rep...

Page 10: ...the malfunctioning equipment Name and address of owner A Post Office box is not acceptable as a return address Product model number for example M9601A Product serial number for example MYXXXXXXXX The...

Page 11: ...01A are shown in below Table 1 2 Consumable Supplies Model number Description Quantity M9601A PXIe Precision Source Measure Unit 1 25 MSa s 10 fA 210 V 315 mA 1 NA Quick Startup Poster 1 NA Certificat...

Page 12: ...For setting up the controller and the PXIe chassis refer to the PXIe chassis documentation NOTE Minimum 1 GB free space is required on the controller for installing the M9601A software Installation P...

Page 13: ...safe work station see Electrostatic Discharge ESD Precautions on page 8 And position it so that there is ample space between the chassis fan intake and exhaust vents Blockage by walls or obstructions...

Page 14: ...o the front module guides top and bottom Slide the module to the rear of the chassis and assure that the injector ejector handle is pushed down in the unlatched downward position Slide the module comp...

Page 15: ...ed off 2 If you are using a remote controller connect a PXIe cable between the chassis and the controller 3 Power up the chassis Verify that the chassis fans are operating and free of obstructions tha...

Page 16: ...Panel the M960x SFP 3 Confirm that the Access indicator on the M9601A front panel turns green Refer to Figure 1 1 and Table 1 3 for LED status 4 Select Firmware Update from the Utilities menu The Fir...

Page 17: ...es to connect and click the Connect button to launch the M960x SFP 3 Confirm that the Access indicator on the M9601A front panel turns green Refer to Figure 1 1 and Table 1 3 for LED status 4 Select S...

Page 18: ...the M9601A front panel LED Indicators Measurement Terminals Trigger and Interlock Terminals Figure 1 1 M9601A Front Panel Access indicator Status indicator Low sense High force High sense Low force F...

Page 19: ...current measurement WARNING There are potentially hazardous voltages 210 V present at the High force High sense and Guard terminals of this instrument To prevent electrical shock the following safety...

Page 20: ...e Status indicator turns off Confirm that the Status indicator does not turn yellow Open the fixture cover or the shielding box access door open interlock Discharge any capacitors connected to a chann...

Page 21: ...Ouvrez le couvercle d appareil ou la protection du bo tier de la porte d acc s verrouillage ouvert D chargez tous les condensateurs connect s au r seau D chargez tous les condensateurs connect s au r...

Page 22: ...and frame chassis terminal These terminals are connected together by using the short bar when the M9601A is shipped from the factory The short bar must be connected to perform the grounded measurement...

Page 23: ...input trigger must be the TTL level Intlk Interlock terminals These terminals are used to connect an interlock circuit which is installed in your test fixture or shielding box The interlock circuit c...

Page 24: ...ge and heat to prevent electrical shock and burn Use gloves and any tool Also have enough time for discharge and radiation Afin d viter de toucher l extr mit du c ble d allongement ou l aire de la bor...

Page 25: ...ive impact on the performance of the instrument Use coaxial cable and shielding technique to minimize the impact 2 Wire Connections or 4 Wire Connections When connecting a device under test DUT you ca...

Page 26: ...3 2 Wire Connections and 4 Wire Connections A V High force 2 wire connections Low force Frame chassis A V High force 4 wire connections Low force Frame chassis High sense Low sense Short bar Short ba...

Page 27: ...any of measurement circuit at any time while a floating measurement is in progress Also use accessories that comply with IEC 61010 031 All terminals and the extended conductors must be isolated by us...

Page 28: ...er to the configuration guide 5992 4193EN Figure 1 4 Guard Technique for Grounded Measurement NOTE Low force signal comes from the outer shield of the HF connector In the grounded measurement the oute...

Page 29: ...ding box The interlock circuit is important and necessary to prevent electrical shock when the user touches the measurement terminals Figure 1 5 Interlock Circuit WARNING Hazardous voltage instrument...

Page 30: ...that the switches close when the access door is closed and open when the access door is opened See Figure 1 6 for the switch dimensions 2 Mount a BNC connector onto your shielding box Be sure that the...

Page 31: ...Edition 2 31 Installing Interlock Circuit Figure 1 6 Dimension of the Interlock Switch Keysight N1254A 402 3 1 35 6 8 1 14 NC NO COM 6 4 22 2 27 8 2 8 6 3 15 9 18 8 4 75 10 3 4 3 2 8 2 8 3 2 10 3 2 8...

Page 32: ...emical solvents Do not attempt to clean internally To clean the connectors use alcohol in a well ventilated area Allow all residual alcohol moisture to evaporate and the fumes to dissipate prior to en...

Page 33: ...ides 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 measurem...

Page 34: ...the Run Self Cal button Calibration Calibration and adjustments must be performed periodically so that the instrument can meet its specifications and keep good condition It is recommended to perform t...

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Page 36: ...This information is subject to change without notice Keysight Technologies 2019 Edition 2 December 2019 M9601 90000 M9601 90000 www keysight com...

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