Keysight Technologies B2961A, B2962A User Manual
Keysight Technologies B2961A/B2962A
Low Noise Power Source
User’s Guide
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Edition
Edition 1, August 2012
Edition 2, December 2013
Edition 3, May 2016
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COMPLIANCE WITH GERMAN NOISE REQUIREMENTS
This is to declare that this product is in conformance with the German Regulation on Noise
Declaration for Machines (Lärmangabe nach der Maschinenlärminformation-Verordnung
-3.GSGV Deutschland).
• Herstellerbescheinigung
GERÄUSCHEMISSION
Lpa < 70 dB
am Arbeitsplatz
normaler Betrieb
nach DIN 45635 T. 19
• Manufacturer’s Declaration
ACOUSTIC NOISE EMISSION
Lpa < 70dB
operator position
normal operation
per ISO 7779
South Korean Class A EMC declaration
This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic
environments outside of the home.
Safety Summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service, and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with
specific warnings elsewhere in this manual may impair the protections provided by the
instrument. In addition, it violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended
use of the instrument. Keysight Technologies assumes no liability for customer’s failure to
comply with these requirements.
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NOTE Do not use this instrument in any manner not specified by the manufacturer. The protective
features of this instrument may be impaired if it is used in a manner not specified in the
operation instructions.
This instrument is an INDOOR USE product.
This instrument complies with INSTALLATION CATEGORY II for mains input and
INSTALLATION CATEGORY I for measurement input terminals, and POLLUTION DEGREE 2
defined in IEC 61010-1.
If an instrument is marked CAT I (IEC Measurement Category I), or it is not marked with a
measurement category, its measurement terminals must not be connected to line-voltage
mains.
Safety of any system incorporating the equipment is the responsibility of the assembler of
the system.
WARNING Hazardous voltage of up to the instrument’s maximum voltage may appear at High Force,
Guard, and High Sense terminals if Interlock terminal is closed. Open the Interlock terminal
when the High Force, Guard, and High Sense terminals are accessible. Voltage applied to
the terminals will be limited up to ±42 V.
Do not work the interlock function intentionally in order to bring the output voltage to the
safe level. While the high voltage indicator is lit, the dangerous voltage by the output
voltage or the residual charge appears on the measurement terminal.
• DANGEROUS PROCEDURE WARNINGS
Warnings, such as WARNING on the previous page, shall be complied. Procedures
throughout in this manual prevent you from potentially hazard. Their instructions
contained in the warnings must be followed.
• BEFORE APPLYING POWER
Verify that all safety precautions are taken. Make all connections to the instrument
before applying power. Note the instrument's external markings described under
“Safety Symbols”.
• GROUND THE INSTRUMENT
This is Safety Class I instrument. To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and
cabinet must be connected to an electrical ground. The power terminal and the power
cable must meet International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standards.
• DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation
of any electrical instrument in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
• DO NOT REMOVE COVERS
No operator serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. To prevent
electrical shock do not remove covers.
• IN CASE OF DAMAGE
Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and
secured against unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service
personnel. Return the instrument to a Keysight Technologies sales or service office for
services and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.
• USE ONLY THE SPECIFIC ACCESSORIES
Specific accessories satisfy the requirements for specific characteristics for using the
instrument. Use the specific accessories, cables, adapters, and so on for safety
reasons.
Safety Symbols
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CAT I
The general definitions of safety symbols used on equipment or in manuals are listed below.
Direct current.
Alternating current.
Earth ground terminal.
Protective conductor terminal. For protection against electrical shock in case of a fault.
Used with field wiring terminals to indicate the terminal which must be connected to
ground before operating equipment.
Frame or chassis terminal. A connection to the frame (chassis) of the equipment which
normally includes all exposed metal structures.
Grounded terminal which indicates the earth potential.
On supply.
Off supply.
Standby supply. The equipment will be marked with this symbol is not completely
disconnected from AC mains when power switch is in the standby position.
In position of a bi-stable push switch.
Out position of a bi-stable push switch.
Hazardous voltage and potential for electrical shock. Do not touch terminals that have this
symbol when the equipment is on.
Hot surface. Avoid contact. Surfaces are hot and may cause personal injury if touched.
Caution, refer to accompanying documentation. The equipment will be marked with this
symbol when it is necessary for the user to refer to the instruction manual.
Read operator's manual. To indicate that the operator's manual or card should be read
before continuing the operation.
IEC Measurement Category I
The CE mark shows that the product complies with all applicable European Directives.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association.
The RCM mark is a registered trademark of the Australian Communications Authority. This
signifies compliance with the Australian EMC Framework Regulations under the terms of
the Radio communications Act.
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
This is the symbol for an Industrial, Scientific and Medical, Group 1 Class A product. (CISPR
11)
Korea’s safety and EMC mark
China RoHS - Environmentally Green Product Label
China RoHS - Product with Toxic Substance 40 yr EPUP
The Chinese mark for paper-based packaging materials; Paperboard and Corrugated
Fiberboard
Plastic Material Coding Identification
WARNING A WARNING notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice,
or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury or
death. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully
understood and met.
CAUTION A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice,
or the like that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the
product or loss of important data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the
indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Power Supply and Measurement Safety
• Power Supply Safety
This instrument can output high currents and voltages. Make sure that the load or
device under test can safely handle the output current and voltage. Also, make sure
that the connection leads can safely withstand the expected currents and are insulated
for the expected voltages.
The instrument outputs may be connected so as to float relative to earth ground.
Isolation or floating voltage ratings are indicated on the instrument, near the output
terminal or the Chassis ground terminal. There is the danger of electric shock by
touching the floated measurement terminals. Keep in mind it to protect yourself. And it
is a reason of using the recommended accessories.
• Voltage/Current Measurement Safety
Multimeters and other instruments capable of measuring high voltages and currents
are subject to specific safety concerns because of the circuits to which they may be
connected. To safely use these instruments, you need to understand the markings on
the instrument near the input terminals, which include the Protection Limits and the
IEC Measurement Category.
• Protection Limits
Keysight multimeters and other voltage measurement instruments provide protection
circuitry to prevent damage to the instrument and to protect against the danger of
electric shock, provided the Protection Limits are not exceeded. To ensure safe
operation of the instrument, do not exceed the Protection Limits shown on the input
terminals.
• Source/Measure Terminals
High Sense, for 4-wire connection
High Force
Guard
Chassis ground
Low Force
Low Sense, for 4-wire connection
This instrument can simultaneously perform DC voltage or current output and
measurement, and has the Force, Sense, and Guard terminals as shown below.
Normally the Force, Sense, and Guard are the same potential. Voltage marked around
the terminals indicates the Protection Limits.
Force and Sense must be connected to a terminal of a device under test (DUT) for the
4-wire connection (Kelvin connection) which is effective for applying voltage
accurately. For the 2-wire connection to ease the connections, connect Force only. Do
not connect Sense. It must be opened.
Guard should be connected to the guard shield which covers the DUT high side wiring
for reducing leakage current caused by the wire. Or else, the Guard must be opened.
Chassis ground (green terminal) should be connected to the ground shield which
covers the DUT including the guard shield to minimize the affect of noise. Or else, the
chassis ground should be opened.
The following image is the source and measurement terminals of Keysight B2961A/
B2962A. For the B2961A/B2962A, the High Force, High Sense, and Guard are the
same potential. And the Low Force and Low Sense are the same potential.
High Voltage Shock Hazard
Keysight B2961A/B2962A can force dangerous voltages (±210 V) at the High Force, Guard,
and High Sense terminals. To prevent electric shock hazard, the following safety
precautions must be observed during the use of Keysight B2961A/B2962A.
• Use a three-conductor AC power cable to appliance coupler (inlet) and the instrument
to an electric ground (safety ground).
• Prepare shielding box which covers interface to a device under test and equipped with
interlock circuit that opens when the door is opened.
• Before performing measurement, connect the interlock circuit to the Interlock terminal
of this instrument.
• Confirm periodically that the interlock function works normally.
• Before touching the connections of the High Force, Guard, and High Sense terminals,
turn the instrument off and discharge any capacitors of the measurement path. If you
do not turn the instrument off, complete “all” of the following items, regardless of any
instrument’s settings.
• Terminate source output by pressing the On/Off switch, confirm that the On/Off
switch turns off.
• Confirm that the HV (high voltage) status indicator is not lit.
• Open the shielding box access door (open the Interlock terminal).
• Discharge any capacitors if the capacitance is connected to this instrument.
• Warn workers in the vicinity of the instrument about hazardous conditions.
Gefahr durch Hochspannung
Von den Geräten Keysight B2961A/B2962A können Spannungen an den Anschlüssen
“High Force”, “Guard” und “High Sense” von bis zu 210 V ausgehen. Um elektrischem
Schlag vorzubeugen, ist bei der Benützung der Geräte Keysight B2961A/B2962A folgendes
zu beachten.
• Verwenden Sie ein dreiphasiges AC-Stromkabel für die Gerätsteckvorrichtung
(Eingang) und schließen Sie das Instrument an eine Erdung an (Sicherheitserdung).
• Bereiten Sie das Abschirmungsgehäuse vor, dass die Oberfläche eines zu testenden
Geräts abdeckt und mit einem Verriegelungsstromkreis ausgestattet ist, der bei
geöffneter Tür unterbrochen wird.
• Vor der Messung verbinden Sie den Verriegelungsstromkreis mit dem
Interlock-Anschluss dieses Instruments.
• Prüfen Sie in regelmäßigen Abständen, dass die Verriegelungsfunktion
ordnungsgemäß funktioniert.
• Bevor Sie die Verbindungen zu den Anschlüssen “High Force”, “Guard” und “High
Sense” berühren, schalten Sie das Instrument aus und entladen alle Kondensatoren
des Messwegs. Wenn Sie das Instrument nicht ausschalten, führen Sie, unabhängig
von den Instrumenteinstellungen, alle folgenden Schritte durch.
• Beenden Sie die Messung, indem Sie auf die Taste “On/Off” drücken. Stellen Sie
sicher, dass die Statusanzeige “On/Off” nicht leuchtet.
• Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Anzeige “HV” nicht leuchtet.
• Öffnen Sie die Tür des Abschirmungsgehäuses (öffnen des Interlock-Anschlusses).
• Entladen Sie alle Kondensatoren, wenn die Kapazität mit das Instrument
verbunden ist.
• Warnen Sie Mitarbeiter in der Umgebung des Instruments vor den Gefahren.
Danger de choc dû à une haute tension
Une tension dangereuse (max. ± pour; 210 Vdc) émanant du dispositif Keysight
B2961A/B2962A peut être sortie aux bornes High Force, Guard et High Sense, d'appareil
de protection ou de détection. Les précautions suivantes doivent être obserées contre
commotion électrique accidentelle.
• Utilisez un câble d’alimentation CA à trois conducteurs vers le coupleur secteur
(entrée) et branchez l’instrument sur une mise électrique à la terre (prise de terre de
sécurité).
• Préparez le boîtier de protection qui couvre l’interface avec le dispositif à tester et
équipez-le d’un circuit de sécurité qui s’ouvre lors de l’ouverture d’une porte.
• Avant de procéder aux mesures, connectez le circuit de sécurité à la borne Interlock de
l’instrument.
• Vérifiez régulièrement le bon fonctionnement de la fonction de sécurité.
• Avant de toucher les connexions des bornes High Force, Guard et High Sense, mettez
l’instrument hors tension et déchargez tout condensateur du chemin de mesure. Si
vous ne mettez pas l’instrument hors tension, effectuez « toutes » les opérations
ci-dessous, quels que soient les paramètres de l’instrument.
• Terminez les mesures en appuyant sur la touche On/Off ; vérifiez que l’indicateur
d’état On/Off est éteint.
• Vérifiez que le témoin HV est éteint.
• Ouvrez la trappe d’accès au boîtier de protection (ouvrez la borne Interlock).
• Déchargez les éventuels condensateurs si la capacité est connectée à l’instrument.
• Informez les personnes travaillant à proximité de l’instrument des conditions.
高電圧感電注意
Keysight B2961A/B2962A の High Force、Guard、High Sense 端子には、危険電圧が出力さ
れることがあります（最大 ±210 Vdc）。感電事故防止のため、必ず以下の事柄を守っ
てください。
•3 極電源ケーブルを使用して本器を接地してください。
• ドアを開くことによって開放されるインターロック回路を装備し、被測定デバ
イスとのインタフェースを覆うことのできるシールド・ボックスを用意してく
ださい。
• 測定を開始する前にはインターロック回路を本器の Interlock 端子に接続してく
ださい。
• インターロック機能が正常であることを定期的に確認してください。
•High Force、Guard、High Sense 端子に繋がる接続部に触れる前には、本器の電源
を切断してください。また、測定系のキャパシタを放電してください。電源を
切らない場合は、以下の事項を全て実施してください。
•On/Offスイッチを押して On/Off スイッチが消灯したことを確認してくださ
い。
• 高電圧警告インジケータ（HV）が消灯していることを確認してください。
• シールド・ボックスのドアを開けてください（Interlock 端子を開放してくだ
さい）。
• 本器にキャパシタが接続されているならば、キャパシタを放電してくださ
い。
• 周囲のほかの作業者に対しても、高電圧危険に対する注意を徹底してください。
Product Stewardship
• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC
This product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirements.
The affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/ electronic product
in domestic household waste.
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive Annex
1, this product is classified as a “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office or visit the following
website for more information.
http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment/
• LCD Fluorescent Lamp
Certain products sold by Keysight contain a liquid crystal display (LCD); backlighting
for the LCD is provided by a fluorescent lamp which contains mercury, and must be
managed, recycled, and/or disposed in accordance with all applicable laws, ordinances
and regulations.
For information on how to recycle or dispose of the fluorescent lamp contained in your
own product, visit the following website.
http://about.keysight.com/en/quality/env_compliance.shtml
If you live in the U.S., also visit the following websites.
http://www.lamprecycle.org
http://www.eiae.org
If you have additional questions, please visit the following website.
http://www.keysight.com/go/contactus
• Perchlorate Information
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. Visit the following website.
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
Equipment's real-time clock battery or coin cell battery may contain perchlorate and
may require special handling when recycled or disposed of in California.
In This Manual
This manual describes the front panel operation, installation, and functions of the Keysight
Technologies B2961A/B2962A Low Noise Power Source. This manual consists of the
following chapters.
1. “Getting Started”
This chapter briefly explains how to use the Keysight B2961A/B2962A by the front
panel operation.
2. “Introduction”
This chapter describes overview, accessories, and options of the Keysight
B2961A/B2962A.
3. “Installation”
This chapter explains how to install the Keysight B2961A/B2962A, and how to connect
the device under test to a test fixture.
4. “Front Panel Reference”
This chapter provides the reference information of the Keysight B2961A/B2962A front
panel keys and graphical user interface.
5. “Front Panel Operations”
This chapter explains how to use the Keysight B2961A/B2962A in the local mode.
6. “Function Details”
This chapter explains the several functions and initial settings of the Keysight
B2961A/B2962A.
NOTE For the specifications of the B2961A/B2962A, see Data Sheet.
To get the latest Data Sheet, go to www.keysight.com/find/b2960a and click “Technical
Support” and “Specifications”.
NOTE The information is subject to change without notice due to the future enhancement.
The actual screen image on the B2961A/B2962A may be different from the image shown in
this manual.
Contents
1. Getting Started
Applying DC Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Applying Waveform Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-5
Performing Spot Measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Performing Sweep Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7
Operation Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Operation Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
2. Introduction
Keysight B2961A/B2962A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Rear View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7
Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9
Measurement Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Output and Measurement Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11
Operation and Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Front Panel Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16
Program and Interface Capabilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-18
Software and Drivers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Furnished Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Available Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22
3. Installation
Keysight B2961A/B2962A User’s Guide, Edition 3
Contents
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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Inspecting the Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Checking the Operation of Keysight B2961A/B2962A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Checking for Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Installing the Keysight B2961A/B2962A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Safety Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Setting the Power Line Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Setting Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Bench Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Rack Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Self-test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Self-calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Connecting a DUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
2-Wire Connections or 4-Wire Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Floating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Using Test Leads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Using the Low Noise Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Using the N1295A Test Fixture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Using the 16442B Test Fixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Guarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Installing the Interlock Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Connecting to the Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
GPIB/USB Interfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
LAN Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
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Communicating Over the LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-34
Using the Graphical Web Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-34
Using Telnet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-35
Using Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-35
Using Digital I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-37
Accessory for Digital I/O Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-39
4. Front Panel Reference
Hard Keys and Rotary Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3
Display and Assist Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-6
Dual View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
Single View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Function Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13
Optional Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18
Pulse Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-19
Trigger Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-20
Graph View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-22
Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-26
Config key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27
Output Connection dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28
Output Filter dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29
External Filter dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29
Sweep dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-30
Output R (Emulation) dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31
Wait Control dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-31
Function key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Math Expression dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Trace Buffer Setup dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34
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Trigger key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Trigger Configuration dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Result key group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Measure Result dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Trace Statistical Result dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
File key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
File Selection dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Program key group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-41
I/O key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
Data Output Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43
Format (Measure) dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
Format (Math) dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
Format (Trace) dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
LAN Configuration dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-45
DIO Configuration dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-45
DIO Read/Write dialog box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-46
Display key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47
Display Preference dialog box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-48
System key group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49
5. Front Panel Operations
Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
To Change the Setting in a Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
To Change the Settings on a Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
To Use Functions other than Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
To Set Power Frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
To Return to Factory Shipment Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
To Apply Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
To Set Beeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
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To Set Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
To Perform Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
To Perform Self-Calibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
To Set Operations at Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
To Display Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
To Clear Error Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
To Clear Timestamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
To Set Automatic Clear of Timestamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
To Display Firmware Revision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
To Set GPIB Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
To Set Remote Display Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
To Save/Recall All Setup Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9
To Enable/Disable Media Transfer Protocol for Easy File Access . . . . . . . 5-9
To Enable/Disable the Function to Restore the Trigger Mode Settings
on the Local State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
To Enable/Disable Source/Limit Real Time Update by Using Digit Pointer
and Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
To Set Source Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
To Set Source Output Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
To Apply DC Voltage/Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
To Stop Source Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
To Set Limit Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12
To Set Output Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
To Set Output Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
To Set Programmable Output Resistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
To Set Pulse Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15
To Set List Sweep Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15
To Set Source Output Trigger Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16
To Set Source Wait Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17
To Set Output Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-17
To Set Connection Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18
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To Set Low Terminal State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
To Enable or Disable High Capacitance Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
To Enable or Disable Over Voltage/Current Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
To Specify Output-Off Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
To Enable or Disable Automatic Output-On Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
To Enable or Disable Automatic Output-Off Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
To Set Ranging Mode of the Sweep Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
To Set Sweep Direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
To Set Source Output Value after Sweep. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
To Execute Measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
To Set Measurement Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
To Perform Spot Measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
To Stop Measurement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
To Set Measurement Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
To Perform Sweep Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
To Set Measurement Trigger Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
To Set Measurement Wait Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
To Enable or Disable Resistance Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
To Use Math Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
To Use Trace Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
To Set Trace Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
To Display Statistical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
To Use Program Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
To Select a Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
To Control Program Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
6. Function Details
Limit/Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
To Set Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
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Ranging Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Setting the Ranging Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4
Measurement Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Aperture Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Overhead Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
To Control Source/Measure Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Pulse Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
To Control Pulse Output/Measure Timing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
To Set Pulse Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8
Sweep Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
To Set Sweep Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9
List Sweep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10
Arbitrary Waveform Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
Output Filter and External Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-12
Programmable Output Resistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13
Over Voltage/Current Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-14
Output-Off Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-15
Automatic Output-ON/OFF Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
High Capacitance Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-17
Resistance Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-18
Resistance Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-18
Math Expression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-19
Predefined Math Expressions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-19
Resources Used in the Expressions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-20
Trace Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-22
Program Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-24
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Channel Grouping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Trigger System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
Trigger Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28
Device Actions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28
Trigger Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-30
File Access Function (Easy File Access). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-31
Interlock Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-32
Over Temperature Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33
Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34
Keysight B2961A/B2962A User’s Guide, Edition 3
1 Getting Started
Getting Started
1: Single view
D: Dual view
This chapter describes basic operations for Keysight B2961A/B2962A. Before
learning the details of B2961A/B2962A, let us briefly cover the use of the
B2961A/B2962A. The operations require only B2961A/B2962A and the power
cord. T o get started with the operations, open the measurement terminals.
This chapter consists of the following sections.
• “Applying DC Output”
• “Applying Waveform Output”
• “Performing Spot Measurement”
• “Performing Sweep Measurement”
• “Operati on Tips”
• “Operation Summar y”
NOTE Turning B2961A/B2962A on
1. Connect the power cord from the AC input connector (receptacle) on
B2961A/B2962A’s rear panel to an AC power outlet at your site.
2. Pres s th e standby switc h on the front panel. When the pow er is on, the LED
below the switch is turned green.
B2961A/B2962A boots up and performs a self-test. After B2961A/B2962A boots
normally, the front panel LCD displays the following view. It will be the Single
view for the 1-channel model or the Dual view for the 2-channel model.
NOTE Connecting your DUT
If you want to connect your device under test, see “Connecting a DUT” on page
3-14.
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Applying DC Output
B2961A/B2962A can be used as a DC current or voltage source. The following
procedure configures B2961A/B2962A as a voltage source and applies a voltage of
+0.5 V.
Step 1. Press the key to display the Single view or Dual view.
Step 2. Setting the Source mode ( voltage output)
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Applying DC Output
1. Press the
Mode
assist key on a 1-ch model, or the
model.
The field pointer appears on the Source mode, and the status changes to EDIT
(green). The status information will show .
2. Press the
VOLTS (V)
assist key. Or use the rotary knob or arrow keys
and to specify the mode, and press the knob to fix the setting.
The status changes to MOVE (blue). The status information will show .
Step 3. Setting the Source value (voltage output value)
Source
1. Press the
assist key on a 1-ch model, or the
2-ch model. Or , use the rota ry knob or arrow keys to move t he field poin ter onto
the Source value and press the knob. The field pointer appears on the Source
value, and the status changes to EDIT (green).
2. Turn the rotary knob clockwise to increase the value, or counter clockwise to
decrease the value. Set the desired value.
Ch1 Mode
Ch1 Source
assist key on a 2-ch
assist key on a
When you press an arrow key, a digit pointer will appear on a digit. Turning the
knob will change the value of the digit or move the decimal point if the pointer is
on it.
3. Press the rotary knob to fix the value. The status changes to MOVE (blue).
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Applying DC Output
The numeric/alpha keys and the unit assist keys are also available for setting the
Source value in the same way as for setting the Limit value, shown in the next step.
This example sets the Source value to +0.5 V.
Step 4. Setting the Limit value (current limit value)
1. Press the
Limit
assist key on a 1-ch model, or the
model. Or, use the rotary knob or arrow keys to move the field pointer onto the
Limit value and press the knob. The field pointer app ears on the Limit value, and
the status changes to EDIT (green).
2. Us e the r otary k nob, arrow keys , or numeric/al pha key s
to set the value.
3. Press one of the unit assist keys to set the unit and fix the value.
The status changes to MOVE (blue).
This example sets the Limit value to 100 nA.
Step 5. Enabling the channel
Press the Ch 1 switch to enable channel 1. This turns the switch green. The
channel 1 changes status to CV (Constant Voltage) and starts DC output.
The channel 1 also performs output monitor. In this example, the channel 1
measures the channel output voltage and current once.
Ch1 Limit
assist key on a 2-ch
In this status, changing the setup changes the channel output immediately.
Step 6. Disabling the channel
Press the Ch 1 switch to disable channel 1. This turns off the switch light.
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Applying Waveform Output
B2961A/B2962A can be used as a current or voltage waveform generator. The
following procedure configures B2961A/B2962A as a voltage waveform generator
and applies a sinusoidal wave voltage of 1 V and 1 Hz.
If you want to apply DC output before starting the waveform output, set the DC
source. Setup example is described in “Applying DC Output” on page 1-3.
Step 1. Press the key to display the Single view.
Step 2. Setting the waveform parameters
1. Use the rotary knob or arrow keys to move the field pointer onto the Function
field. If the screen does not display the field, press
2. Press the rotary knob to change the status to EDIT (green).
Getting Started
Applying Waveform Output
More
and
Hide xxxx
.
3. Press
More
and
ARB SINUSOID
to set the sinusoidal wave mode. The source
shape indicator shows the sinusoid icon, and the status chan ges to MOVE (blue).
4. Use the rotary knob, arrow keys, or numeric/alpha keys to set the Amplitude,
Frequency, and Offset. Optionally, press
Show Preview
This example sets Amplitude/Frequency/Offset to 1 V/1 Hz/0 V.
Step 3. Enabling the channel
Press the Ch 1 switch to enable channel 1. This turns the switch green. The
channel 1 changes status to CV (Constant Voltage) and starts DC output.
Step 4. Press the key to start a waveform output.
Step 5. Disabling the channel
Press the Ch 1 switch to disable channel 1. This turns off the switch light.
to display the preview.
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Performing Spot Measurement
Performing Spot Measurement
B2961A/B2962A can be used as a DC current and voltage meter. The following
procedure measures current and voltage.
If you want to apply DC output before starting measurement, set the DC source.
Setup example is described in “Applying DC Output” on page 1-3.
Step 1. Setting the Measure parameter (current and voltage measurement)
1. Press
2. Press
Measure
AMPS (I)
on a 1-ch model or
.
3. Press the key once, and press the rotary knob once.
4. Press
VOL TS (V)
.
Step 2. Enabling the channel
Press the Ch 1 switch to enable channel 1. This turns the switch green. The
channel 1 changes status to CV (Constant Voltage) or CC (Constant Current) and
starts DC output.
Step 3. Starting measurement
• Press the key to start a single (one shot) measurement. Spot
measurement is performed once.
• Press the key to start a repeat (continuous) measurement. Spot
measurement is performed repeatedly.
The following example shows the measurement results for a 10 M resistor
connected between the High Force and Low Force terminals of channel 1.
Ch1 Measure
on a 2-ch model.
Step 4. Disabling the channel
Press the Ch 1 switch to disable channel 1. This turns off the switch light.
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