In this section:
Welcome .................................................................................. 1-1
Introduction to this manual ....................................................... 1-1
Extended warranty ................................................................... 1-2
Contact information .................................................................. 1-2
Organization of manual sections .............................................. 1-2
Application examples ............................................................... 1-3
General ratings ......................................................................... 1-4
Welcome
Thank you for choosing a Keithley Instruments product. The Model 4200A-SCS Parameter Analyzer
performs laboratory-grade DC, I-V, C-V, and pulse device characterization, real-time plotting, and
analysis with high precision and subfemtoamp resolution. The 4200A-SCS offers the most advanced
capabilities available in a fully integrated characterization system, including a complete, embedded
computer with Microsoft
®
Windows
®
operating system and mass storage. Its touchscreen interface
accelerates and simplifies the process of taking data, so users can begin analyzing their results
sooner. Additional features enable stress-measure capabilities suitable for a variety of reliability tests.
Introduction to this manual
This manual provides detailed applications to help you achieve success with your Keithley
Instruments 4200A-SCS. In addition, information is provided about the basics of the front panel to
familiarize you with the instrument. Finally, included is an overview of each application, followed by
instructions to complete the application.
More information about the commands that are used in these applications is available. Refer to the
Model 4200A-SCS Reference Manual
, available from the Learning Center on your 4200A-SCS
desktop.
Section 1
Introduction
