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Model 4200-SCS User’s Manual Section 1: Getting Started
Section 1
Getting Started
Installation and system connections
Unpacking the Model 4200-SCS
Inspection for damage
After unpacking the Keithley Instruments Model 4200 Semiconductor Characterization System
(SCS), carefully inspect the unit for any shipping damage. Report any damage to the shipping
agent, because such damage is not covered by the warranty.
Shipment contents
The following items are included with the 4200-SCS:
• 4200-SCS with any ordered source-measure units (SMUs) factory-installed.
• Ordered 4200-PA modules factory-installed.
• Ordered 4220-PGU pulse generator cards factory-installed.
• Ordered 4225-PMU pulse/measure cards factory-installed.
• Ordered 4225-RPM remote pulse (and switch) modules.
• Ordered pulse application packages.
• Cables, connectors, adapters and other accessories that are supplied with the pulse
generator, scope, and pulse application packages.
• Line cord.
• Miniature triaxial cables, two per 4200-SMU or 4210-SMU, 2 m (6 ft). These are not
included when the SMU is ordered with with a 4200-PA.
• Triaxial cables, two per 4200-PA, 2 m (6 ft).
• Interlock cable.
• Keyboard with integrated pointing device.
• System software and manuals on CD-ROM.
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• Ordered 4200-Compiler factory-installed.
Manuals
All 4200 manuals are provided on a CD-ROM and are preinstalled on the hard drive. Because the
manuals are provided in PDF format, they can be printed from any computer that is connected to a
printer by using Adobe
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Repacking for shipment
Should it become necessary to return the 4200-SCS for repair, carefully pack the entire unit in its
original packing carton or the equivalent, and follow these instructions:
• Call Keithley Instruments’ repair department at 1-800-935-5595 for a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number.
• Let the repair department know the warranty status of the 4200-SCS.
• Write ATTENTION REPAIR DEPARTMENT and the RMA number on the shipping label.