Section 3: Instrument description Model 2601B-PULSE System SourceMeter® Instrument User's Manual
3-6 2601B-PULSE-900-01 Rev. A August 2021
This connector provides a connection for the optional interlock. Refer to
Using the interlock (on page 2-37) for information on setting up and
connecting the interlock.
Female DB-25 connector. Use a cable equipped with a male DB-25
connector (L-com part number CSMN25MF-5).
Pins provided:
▪ Fourteen digital input or output pins
▪ Seven GND pins
▪ Three +5 V pins
Connector for IEEE-488 (GPIB) operation. Use a shielded cable such as
the Keithley Instruments Model 7007-1.
Exhaust vent for the internal cooling fan. Keep the vent free of obstructions
to prevent overheating. Also see Cooling vents (on page 2-8).
RJ-45 connector for a local area network (LAN). The LAN interface
supports Auto-MDIX, so you can use either a CAT-5e crossover cable or a
normal CAT-5e straight-through cable.
Use the USB-2.0 receptacle (Type B) on the rear panel to connect the
instrument to a computer. You can use this connection to send commands
to the instrument.
Ground terminal for connecting output HI or LO to chassis ground.
Ground screw for connecting to chassis ground.