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Keysight Technologies B1500A User Manual

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Keysight Technologies B1500A Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKeysight Technologies
ModelB1500A
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notices

Manual Information

Includes part number, edition, and copyright details.

Legal Notices

Covers warranty, technology licenses, and restricted rights.

Compliance Information

German Noise Requirements

Declares conformance with German noise regulations.

South Korean EMC Declaration

Declares Class A EMC suitability for professional use.

Safety Summary

General Safety Precautions

General safety precautions for operation, service, and repair.

Hazardous Voltage Warning

Warning about hazardous voltage at measurement terminals.

Safety Symbols and Definitions

Electrical Symbols

Definitions for DC, AC, ground, and protective conductor terminals.

Symbol Definitions

Definitions for Warning and Caution signs.

Power Supply and Measurement Safety

Power Supply Safety Guidelines

Safety rules for instrument power supply outputs.

Voltage/Current Measurement Safety Concerns

Safety considerations for measuring high voltages and currents.

Instrument Protection Limits

Explanation of protection circuitry and limits for safe operation.

Source/Monitor Terminals

SMU Terminal Descriptions

Describes Force, Guard, Sense, and Circuit Common terminals.

Guard Terminal Usage

Guidance on using the Guard terminal for leakage current reduction.

High Voltage Shock Hazard

Power and Grounding Safety

Use of 3-conductor AC cable and grounding.

Interlock Circuit Requirements

Installation and connection of interlock circuits for safety.

Terminal Access Safety

Precautions before touching Force, Guard, and Sense terminals.

Product Stewardship

WEEE Directive Compliance

Compliance with WEEE directive and product disposal.

Perchlorate Information and Handling

Handling and disposal information for perchlorate materials.

Precautionary Statement

Guarantee and Support Information

Details guarantee and support for Keysight B1500A.

Servicing and System Recovery

Information on servicing and performing system recovery.

Important Operational Notes

Notes on data backup and virus protection.

Working in Comfort

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) Information

Definition, causes, and relationship of RSI to instrument use.

Ergonomic Usage Guidelines

Input Device Ergonomics

Recommendations for using mice and input devices ergonomically.

In This Manual

Chapter Overview

Lists the chapters and their content in the manual.

Getting Started

Basic Operations Overview

Overview of basic operations and required items.

Powering the Instrument On/Off

Procedures for turning the B1500A on and off.

Launching EasyEXPERT Software

Steps to launch EasyEXPERT and manage workspaces.

Setting Up a Tracer Test

Procedure for configuring the tracer test mode.

Using Application Test Mode

Steps to use the application test mode.

Using Classic Test Mode

Steps to configure and use the classic test mode.

Performing Measurements

Steps to start and perform measurements.

Using the Test Result Editor

How to set flags and remarks in the Test Result Editor.

Using Analysis Tools

Utilizing analysis functions in the Data Display window.

Introduction

Instrument Overview

General description of the Keysight B1500A analyzer.

Module Descriptions

Overview of HRSMU, HPSMU, MPSMU, MCSMU, MFCMU, SPGU modules.

EasyEXPERT Software Functions

Overview of EasyEXPERT functions like measurement, analysis, and management.

Test Modes Overview

Descriptions of Classic, Tracer, and Quick test modes.

Front View

Front Panel Interface Elements

Describes power, status indicators, display controls, and key controls.

Rear View

Rear Panel Connectors

Describes connectivity ports like GPIB, USB, LAN, and Interlock terminal.

Rear Panel Modules

Describes SPGU, WGFMU, SMU, CMU, and other modules.

Installation

Installation Requirements

Covers power, operating, storage, and installation requirements.

Inspection and Installation Procedures

Steps for inspecting shipment and performing initial installation.

Initial Setup Steps

Step-by-step guide for initial instrument setup.

GPIB and System Controller Configuration

Configuration for GPIB address and system controller.

Installing Accessories

Describes how to install various accessories.

Connecting Measurement Devices

How to connect DUT to test fixture or connector plate.

Capacitance Compensation Procedure

How to compensate capacitance/conductance measurements using switching matrix.

Maintenance Procedures

Information on performing periodic maintenance, cleaning, and calibration.

Plug-in Module Information

Notices and information about plug-in modules.

Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Details hardware specifications including modules and conditions.

Specification Measurement Conditions

Conditions under which specifications are measured and verified.

Supported Plug-in Modules

Lists supported plug-in modules for the B1500A.

SMU Module Specifications

Details specifications for SMU modules like MPSMU/HRSMU.

MFCMU Module Specifications

Details specifications for the Multi Frequency CMU.

SCUU/GSWU Module Specifications

Details for SCUU and GSWU units.

HV-SPGU Module Specifications

Details for the High Voltage SPGU.

WGFMU/RSU Module Specifications

Details for WGFMU and RSU.

EasyEXPERT Software Specifications

Overview of EasyEXPERT software features and modes.

General Specifications

General environmental, power, compliance, and dimension specifications.

Accessories and Options

Furnished Accessories

Table listing accessories furnished with the B1500A.

Available Options

Table listing available options for the B1500A.

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