Keysight Technologies B1500A User manual

Keysight Technologies B1500A

Semiconductor Device Analyzer

User’s Guide

Notices

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Manual Part Number

B1500-90000

Edition

Edition 1, July 2005

Edition 2, December 2005

Edition 3, April 2006

Edition 4, January 2007

Edition 5, June 2007

Edition 6, November 2007

Edition 7, October 2008

Edition 8, February 2009

Edition 9, June 2009

Edition 10, June 2010

Edition 11, June 2011

Edition 12, June 2013

Edition 13, October 2013

Edition 14, August 2014

Keysight Technologies

1400 Fountaingrove Parkway 

Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Warranty

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ment is provided “as is,” and is subject

to being changed, without notice, in

future editions. Further, to the maxi-

mum extent permitted by applicable

law, Keysight disclaims all warranties,

either express or implied, with regard

to this manual and any information con-

tained herein, including but not limited

to the implied warranties of merchant-

ability and fitness for a particular pur-

pose. Keysight shall not be liable for

errors or for incidental or consequential

damages in connection with the fur-

nishing, use, or performance of this

document or of any information con-

tained herein. Should Keysight and the

user have a separate written agreement

with warranty terms covering the mate-

rial in this document that conflict with

these terms, the warranty terms in the

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Technology Licenses

The hardware and/or software described in

this document are furnished under a license

and may be used or copied only in accor-

dance with the terms of such license.

Restricted Rights Legend

If software is for use in the performance of a

U.S. Government prime contract or subcon-

tract, Software is delivered and licensed as

“Commercial computer software” as defined

in DFAR 252.227-7014 (June 1995), or as a

“commercial item” as defined in FAR 2.101(a)

or as “Restricted computer software” as

defined in FAR 52.227-19 (June 1987) or any

equivalent agency regulation or contract

clause. Use, duplication or disclosure of

Software is subject to Keysight Technologies’

standard commercial license terms, and

non-DOD Departments and Agencies of the

U.S. Government will receive no greater than

Restricted Rights as defined in FAR

52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June 1987). U.S. Govern-

ment users will receive no greater than Lim-

ited Rights as defined in FAR 52.227-14

(June 1987) or DFAR 252.227-7015 (b)(2)

(November 1995), as applicable in any tech-

nical data.

Declaration of Conformity

To get the latest version of the declaration of

conformity, go to http://regulations.prod-

ucts.keysight.com/DoC/search.htm and type

in the product number in the Search field.

Latest Information

To get the latest firmware/software/elec-

tronic manuals/support information, go to

www.keysight.com and type in the product

number in the Search field at the top of the

page.

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.

Product manuals may be provided on CD-ROM or in printed form. Printed manuals are an

option for many products. Manuals may also be available on the Web. Go to

www.keysight.com and type the product model number in the Search field at the top of

the page.

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.

•DANGEROUS PROCEDURE WARNINGS

Warnings, such as example below, shall be complied. Procedures throughout in this

manual prevent you from potentially hazard. Their instructions contained in the

warnings must be followed.

WARNING Hazardous voltage, instrument maximum output voltage may appear at the

measurement terminals (Force, Guard, and Sense) if Interlock terminal is closed. Open

the Interlock terminal when the measurement 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.

•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

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.

Instruction manual symbol. The equipment will be marked with this symbol when it is

necessary for the user to refer to the instruction manual.

WARNING The warning sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, condition

or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in injury or

death to personal.

CAUTION The caution sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, practice,

condition or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in

damage to or destruction of part or all of the equipment.

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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

CAT I

Power Supply and Measurement Safety

•PowerSupplySafety

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 Circuit Common 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.

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