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ADCMT 6240B User Manual

ADCMT 6240B
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MANUAL NUMBER
C
Printed in Japan
ADC CORPORATION
All rights reserved.
6240B
DC Voltage Current Source/Monitor
Operation Manual
FOE-00000115B00
First printing April 23, 2015
2015
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Table of Contents

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ADCMT 6240B Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandADCMT
Model6240B
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Summary

Warning Labels

Explains safety symbols and their meanings, emphasizing adherence to labels.

Basic Precautions

Covers essential safety guidelines for operation to prevent fire, shock, and injury.

Safety Marks on the Product

Replacing Parts with Limited Life

Precautions when Disposing of this Instrument

Environmental Conditions

Operating Position

Recommendations for optimal instrument placement to ensure proper ventilation.

Storage Position

Guidelines for safe and appropriate storage of the instrument.

Types of Power Cable

PREFACE

Product Overview

General description of the 6240B's features, capabilities, and applications.

Supplied Accessories

Optional Accessories

Operating Environment

Environmental Conditions

Specifies required ambient temperature, humidity, and location conditions.

Power Specification

Changing Power Voltage, and Checking or Replacing Power Fuse

Power Cable

Operating Check

Cleaning, Storage, and Transport Methods

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the instrument's exterior surfaces.

Storage

Guidelines for storing the instrument in suitable environmental conditions.

Transport

Procedures for safely packing and transporting the instrument.

Warm-up Time

Calibration

Life Limited Parts

Product Disposal and Recycling

OPERATION

Panel Description

Describes the front and rear panel controls and indicators.

Display Section

SOURCE Section

SOURCE RANGE Section

MEASURE Section

OUTPUT CONTROL Section

TRIGGER Section

Other Keys

Output Section

POWER Switch

Screen Display (Annotations)

Source value

Explains how the source value and its unit are displayed.

Measurement value

Explains how the measurement value is displayed.

Measurement function

Explains how the measurement function is indicated.

Left status indicators

Right status indicators

Rear Panel

AC power connector

Description of the AC power input connector.

Voltage selector and fuse holder

Information on selecting input voltage and accessing the fuse.

TRIGGER IN

Description of the external trigger input terminal.

COMPLETE OUT|SYNC OUT

Description of output signal terminals for synchronization.

INTERLOCK|OPERATE IN/OUT

GP-IB

USB

Basic Operation

Setting Source Value

Detailed instructions for setting the source value using front panel controls.

Setting Source Value Using Cursor Keys/Rotary Knob (with FIT Indicator OFF)

Setting Source Value Using Cursor Keys/Rotary Knob (with FIT Indicator ON)

Setting Source Value Using Direct Input Mode

Setting Limit Values

Menu Operation

How to Operate Menu

Step-by-step guide for navigating the instrument's menu system.

Menu Structure and Parameter Setting

DC Measurement

Preparation

Steps to prepare the instrument and DUT for DC measurement.

Pulse Measurement

Preparation

Steps to prepare the instrument and DUT for pulse measurement.

Sweep Measurement

Preparation

Steps to prepare the instrument for sweep measurement.

Random Sweep Source

Low-Resistance Measurement

Preparation

Steps to prepare the instrument for low-resistance measurement.

Saving and Loading Parameters

Auto Load at Power ON

Configuration for automatic loading of settings on startup.

Saving Parameters

Loading Parameters

MEASUREMENT EXAMPLE

Diode Measurement

Example procedure for measuring diode forward voltage.

Battery Charge and Discharge Test

REFERENCE

Menu Index

An alphabetical index of menu parameters and their corresponding page numbers.

Function Description

AUTO key (Measurement Range)

Description of the AUTO key for selecting measurement range.

DOWN Key (Source Range)

Description of the DOWN key for decreasing the source range.

FIT Key (Source Range)

Description of the FIT key for optimizing the source range.

HOLD Key (Trigger Mode)

LIMIT Key (Limiter Setting)

MENU Key (Parameter Setting)

MODE Key (Source Mode)

MON Key (Measurement Mode)

NULL/SEL Key

OPR/SUSPEND Key (Operate/Suspend)

SHIFT/LOCAL Key (Shift Mode/Local)

STBY Key (Output Standby)

TRIG/SWP STOP Key (Trigger/Sweep Stop)

UP Key (Source Range)

VS/IS Key (Source Function)

123... Key (Direct Input Mode)

4W/2W Key (Remote Sensing)

DUT Connection

Note for Output Terminals

Important notes regarding the connection of output terminals.

Remote Sensing (2-Wire/4-Wire Connection)

Preventing Oscillation

Preventing 6240B Oscillation

Methods to prevent oscillation issues within the 6240B instrument.

Preventing DUT Oscillation

Connection for High Current Measurement

Connection with Fixture 12701A

Functions in Detail

Operations in DC Source Mode

Detailed explanation of operational procedures in DC source mode.

Operations in Pulse Source Mode

Operations in Sweep Source Mode

Linear sweep

Explanation of the linear sweep waveform and operation.

Fixed sweep

Explanation of the fixed sweep waveform and operation.

Random sweep

Explanation of the random sweep waveform and operation.

2-slope linear sweep

Explanation of the 2-slope linear sweep waveform and operation.

Operations in Pulse Sweep Source Mode

Random Sweep and Random Pulse Sweep

2-Slope Linear Sweep

Reverse Function

RTB Function

Operations in Low-Resistance Measurement Pulse Source Mode

Source Function

Source Mode, Source Function and Setting Parameters

Overview of source modes, functions, and related parameters.

Restrictions on Switching Source Function

Restrictions on Output Range

Suspend Function

Measurement Function

Measurement Ranging

Measurement Delay Time and Measurement Value

Measurement in Sample Hold

Auto Zero Function

Switching Unit Display

Limiter (Compliance)

Limiter Setting Ranges

Specifications for setting voltage and current limiter ranges.

Displaying and Outputting of Limiter Detection

Alarm Detection

Source and Measurement Timing

Restrictions on Time Parameters

Measurement Delay and Settling Time

Integration Time and Measurement Time

Auto Range Delay

NULL Calculation

Scaling Calculation

Comparator Calculation

Max/Min Calculation

External Control Signals

Restrictions on Using External Trigger

Operating Multiple 6240B

Synchronous Operation

How to synchronize multiple units for simultaneous operation.

Serial Connection

Parallel Connection

Measurement Data Memory Function

Memory Store

Methods for storing measurement data in Normal or Burst mode.

Memory Clear

Error Log

Self Test

Compatibility

Remote Command Compatibility

Notes on remote command compatibility with older models.

Difference in Period Parameter for Pulse Source and Sweep Source

Differences in the definition of the period parameter (Tp) compared to older models.

Notes for Synchronous Operation

Using Interface

Selecting Interface

Instructions for choosing between GPIB and USB interfaces.

Remote Command Index

GPIB

Overview

General description of the GPIB interface and its capabilities.

Precautions when Using GPIB

Setting GPIB

USB

Overview

General description of the USB interface and its applications.

USB Specifications

Technical specifications for the USB interface.

Connecting with PC

Steps for connecting the instrument to a PC via USB.

Setting USB ID

Status Register Structure

Standard Event Status Register

Device Event Status Register

Error Register

Data Output Format (Talker Format)

Header

Explanation of the header component in remote data output.

Mantissa part and exponent part

Command Syntax

Data Format

Remote Command List

TER? Command

Sample Programs

Program Example for GPIB

Example programs for controlling the instrument via GPIB.

Program Example for USB

Example programs for controlling the instrument via USB.

PERFORMANCE TEST

Measuring Instrument Necessary for Performance Test

List of required instruments for performance verification.

Connections

Diagrams showing instrument connections for performance tests.

Test Method

Procedure for executing performance tests under specified conditions.

CALIBRATION

Measuring Instrument and Cables Necessary for Calibration

List of required instruments and cables for calibration procedures.

Safety Precautions

Connections

Calibration Points and Tolerance Ranges

Calibration Procedure

Overall Calibration Procedure

Summary of the complete calibration process across different modes.

Voltage Source/Voltage Limiter Calibration

Voltage Measurement Calibration

Current Source/Current Limiter Calibration

Current Measurement Calibration

SPECIFICATIONS

Source and Measurement

Detailed specifications for source and measurement capabilities.

Source and Measurement Function

Setting Time

General Specifications

How to Calculate Accuracy for Current Source, Current Measurement and Current Limiter

How to Calculate Accuracy for Resistance Measurement

How to Calculate Accuracy for Low-Resistance Measurement

When Problems Occur (Before Requesting Repairs)

Error Message List

GPIB/USB Remote Execution Time (Typical Value)

DIMENSIONAL OUTLINE DRAWING

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ADC CORPORATION SOFTWARE

SOFTWARE License

Legal terms governing the use of the software provided with the instrument.

Restrictions

Limitations on how the software may be used, copied, or modified.

Liability

Disclaimer of ADC Corporation's liability for product misuse or third-party disputes.

LIMITED WARRANTY

CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IN SHIPMENT TO ORIGINAL BUYER

CUSTOMER SERVICE DESCRIPTION

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