Keithley 263 User Manual

SECTION 1
General Information
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This section contains information on the Model 263
Calibrator/Source features, warranty, manual addenda,
specifications, and safety terms and symbols. Also in-
cluded are procedures for unpacking and inspecting the in-
strument, as well as a brief description of available
accessories.
The information in Section 1 is arranged as follows:
1.2 Features
1.3
Warranty Information
1.4
Manual Addenda
1.5
Safety Symbols and Terms
1.6
Specifications
1.7
Unpacking and Inspection
1.8
Repacking for Shipment
1.9
Optional Accessories
1.2 FEATURES
l Resistance sourcing from lkQ to 1OOGQ in decade steps.
l DC voltage sourcing from OV to k19.9995V.
l DC current sourcing from OA to +19.9995mA.
l DC charge sourcing from OC to k19.9995lC.
. Temperature compensation for the lGR, 1OGn and lOOGO
resistors. This feature allows the unit to track the actual
resistance of these resistors as the ambient temperature
changes.
l Two methods of data entry. The keypad method uses
front panel buttons configured as a standard keypad to
enter outout readines on the disolav. The adiust method
uses two’adjust bu;ons to in&&t or d&rement the
displayed reading.
l Zero at the touch of a button. The ZERO button toggles
the display between zero and the programmed output
reading.
l Fully programmable over the IEEE-488 bus.
l Simple calibration: A single Keithley Model 196 DMM
(or equivalent) is the only instrument needed.
1.3 WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty information for your Model 263 may be found
inside the front cover of this manual. Should it become
necessary for you to use the warranty, contact your
Keithley representative or the factory for information on
obtaining warranty service. Keithley Instruments, Inc
maintains service facilities in the United States, West Ger-
many, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Austria.
Information concerning the operation, application, or ser-
vice of your instrument may be directed to the applications
engineer at one of these locations.
1.4 MANUAL ADDENDA
Information concerning changes or improvements to the
instrument which occur after this manual has been printed
will be found on an addendum sheet included with the
instrument. Please be sure to read this information before
attempting to operate or service the instrument.
1.5 SAFETY TERMS AND SYMBOLS
The following safety terms are used in this manual or
found on the instrument.
The symbol
A
on the instrument indicates that the user
should refer to the operating instructions in this manual
for further details.
The WARNING heading used in this manual explains
dangers that could result in personal injury or death.
Always read the associated information very carefully
before performing the indicated procedure.
The CAUTION heading used in this manual explains
hazards that could damage the instrument. Such damage
may invalidate the warranty.
1.6 SPECIFICATIONS
Detailed Model 263 specifications are located at the front
of this manual.
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Keithley 263 Specifications

General

Brand	Keithley
Model	263
Category	Test Equipment
Language	English