Keithley 2461 Reference Manual

Model 2461
Interactive SourceMeter® Instrument Reference Manual Section 2:
General operation
2461-901-01 A/November 2015 2-101
Using Quick Setups
Quick Setups allow you to select predefined setups. The options include measurement choices that
make measurements while sourcing a 0 value. The power supply option sources a voltage without
making a measurement.
Quick Setup options that are available include Voltmeter, Ammeter, Ohmmeter, and Power Supply.
For detail on the values that are set when you select these options, see QuickSet menu (on page 2-
22).
When you select a Quick Setup, the instrument turns the output on. Carefully consider and configure
the appropriate output-off state, source, and limits before connecting the Model 2461 to a device that
can deliver energy, such as other voltage sources, batteries, capacitors, or solar cells. Configure the
settings that are recommended for the instrument before making connections to the device. Failure
to consider the output-off state, source, and limits may result in damage to the instrument or to the
device under test (DUT).
Making a measurement with the QuickSet functions
The measurement-only functions available through the QuickSet option include Voltmeter, Ammeter,
Ohmmeter, and Power Supply.
Using the front panel:
1. Make connections to the device under test before running the Quick Setup. The Voltmeter and
Ammeter options use 2-wire connections. For the Ohmmeter option, you can select 2-wire or
4-wire connections. For information about making connections, see Test connections (on page 2-
83).
2. Press QUICKSET.
3. Under Quick Setups, select the type of measurement.
4. Ohmmeter only: Select 2-wire or 4-wire sense.
5. A message may be displayed. If the conditions of your test setup permit it, select OK.
6. The output turns on and the instrument begins making measurements.
7. Observe the readings.
8. You can adjust the source and measure settings while the instrument makes measurements.
9. When finished, turn the output off by pressing the OUTPUT ON/OFF switch. The OUTPUT
indicator light turns off.
Sourcing a voltage with the QuickSet functions
The source-only function available through the QuickSet option is named Power Supply.
Using the front panel:
1. Make connections to the device under test before running the Quick Setup. You can select 2-wire
or 4-wire connections. For information about making connections, see Test connections (on page
2-83).
2. Press QUICKSET.
3. Under Quick Setups, select Power Supply.

Keithley 2461 Specifications

General

Maximum Current	7 A
Power	100 W
Resolution	6.5 digits
Source Measure Unit (SMU)	Yes
DC Voltage	100 V
Maximum Voltage	100 V
Display	5-inch capacitive touchscreen
Connectivity	USB, GPIB
Software	TSP
DC Current	7 A
Current Source Range	0 to 7 A
Voltage Measurement Range	100 mV to 100 V
Current Measurement Range	10 nA to 7 A
Voltage Measurement Resolution	100 nV