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Model 220 Programmable Current Source
Instruction Manual

A GREATER MEASURE OF CONFIDENCE

WARRANTY
Keithley Instruments, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from date of shipment. Keithley Instruments, Inc. warrants the following items for 90 days from the date of shipment: probes, cables, rechargeable batteries, diskettes, and documentation. During the warranty period, we will, at our option, either repair or replace any product that proves to be defective. To exercise this warranty, write or call your local Keithley representative, or contact Keithley headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. You will be given prompt assistance and return instructions. Send the product, transportation prepaid, to the indicated service facility. Repairs will be made and the product returned, transportation prepaid. Repaired or replaced products are warranted for the balance of the original warranty period, or at least 90 days.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from product modification without Keithley's express written consent, or misuse of any product or part. This warranty also does not apply to fuses, software, non-rechargeable batteries, damage from battery leakage, or problems arising from normal wear or failure to follow instructions. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE BUYER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. NEITHER KEITHLEY INSTRUMENTS, INC. NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF ITS INSTRUMENTS AND SOFTWARE EVEN IF KEITHLEY INSTRUMENTS, INC., HAS BEEN ADVISED IN ADVANCE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SUCH EXCLUDED DAMAGES SHALL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COSTS OF REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION, LOSSES SUSTAINED AS THE RESULT OF INJURY TO ANY PERSON, OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

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Model 220 Programmable Current Source Instruction Manual-

Keithley Instruments, Inc. All rights reserved. Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A. Eighth Printing, August 2000 Document Number: 220-901-01 Rev. H

01982,

Manual Print History
The print history shown below lists the printing dates of all Revisions and Addenda created for this manual. The Revision Level letter increases alphabetically as the manual undergoes subsequent updates. Addenda, which are released between Revisions, contain important change information that the user should incorporate immediately into the manual. Addenda are numbered sequentially. When a new Revision is created, all Addenda associated with the previous Revision of the manual are incorporated into the new Revision of the manual. Each new Revision includes B revised copy of this print history page.

Revision G (Document Number 220-901-01) .............................................................. 1992 Revision H (Document Number 220-901-01) .................................................. August2000

Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any associated instrumentation. Although some instruments and accessories would normally be used with nonhazardous voltages, there are situations where hazardous conditions may be present. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who mcognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions mquired to avoid possible injury. Read the operating information carefully before using the product. The types of product users are: Responsible body is the individual or group responsible for the use and maintenance of equipment. for ensuring that the equipment is operated within its specifications and operating limits, and for ensuring that operators are adequately trained. Operators use the product for its intended function. They must be trained in electrical safety procedures and proper use of the instnmat. They must be protected from electric shock and contact with hazardous live circuits. Maintenance personnel perform mutine procedures on the product to keep it operating, for example, setting the line voltage or replacing consumable materials. Maintenance procedures are described in the manual. The procedures explicitly state if the operator may perform them. Othenvise, they should be performed only by service p~~SONE1. Service personnel are trained to work on live circuits, and perform safe installations and repairs of pmducts. Only properly trained service personnel may perform installation and service procedures. Exercise extreme caution when a shock hazard is present. Lethal voltage may be present on cable connector jacks or test fixtures. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) states that a shock hazard exists when voltage levels greater than 30V RMS. 42.4V peak, or 60VDC are present. A good safety practice is to expect that hazardous voltage is present in any unknown circuit before tllLXSU~i"g. Users of this product must be protected from electric shock at all times. The responsible body must ensure that users are prevented access and/or insulated from every connection point. In some cases, connections must be exposed to potential human contact. Product users in these circumstances must be trained to protect themselves from the risk of electric shock. If the circuit is capable of operating at or above 1000 volts, no conductive part of the circuit may be exposed. As described in the lntemational Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standard IEC 664, digital multimeter measuring circuits (e.g., Keithley Models l75A, 199,2000,2001, 2002, and 2010) arc Installation Category II. All other instruments signal terminals are Installation Category I and must not be connected to mains. Do not connect switching cards directly to unlimited power circuits. They are intended to be used with impedance limited sources. NEVER connect switching cards directly to AC mains. When connecting sources to switching cards, install protective devices to limit fault cormnt and voltage to the card. Before operating an instrument, make sure the line cord is coonected to a properly grounded power receptacle. Inspect the connecting cables, test leads, and jumpers for possible wear, cracks, or breaks before each use. For maximum safety, do not touch the product, test cables, or any other insh'oments while power is applied to the circuit under test. ALWAYS remove power from the entire test system and discharge any capacitors before: connecting or disconnecting cables or jumpers, installing or removing switching cards, or making internal changes, such as installing or removing jumpers. Do not touch any object that could provide a current path to the common side of the circuit under test or power line (earth) ground. Always make measurements with dry hands while standing on a dry, insulated surface capable of withstanding the voltage being measured.

The instrument and accessories must be used in accordance with its specifications and operating instructions or the safety of the equipment may be impaired. Do not exceed the maximum signal levels of the instruments and accessories, as defined in the specifications and operating infonnadon, and as shown on the instrument or test fixture panels, or switching card. When fuses are used in a product, replace with same type and rating for continued protection against fire hazard. Chassis connections must only be used as shield connections for measuring circuits, NOT as safety earth ground connections. If you are using a test fixture, keep the lid closed while power is a.pplied to the device under test. Safe operation requires the use of a lid interlock. Ifa@ screw is present, connect it to safety earth ground using the wire recommended in the user documentation. symbol on an instrument indicates that the user should EThen fer to the operating instructions located in the manual. me A. symbol on an instrument shows that it can source or measure 1000 volts or more, including the combined effect of normal and common mode voltages. Use standard safety precautions to avoid personal contact with these voltages.

The WARNING heading in a manual explains dangers that might result in personal injury or death. Always read the associated information very carefully before performing the indicated procedure. The CAUTION heading in a manual explains hazards that could damage the instrument. Such damage may invalidate the warranty. Instrumentation and accessories shall not be connected to humans. Before performing any maintenance, disconnect the line cord and all test cables, To maintain protection from electric shock and fire, replacement components in mains circuits, including the power transformer, test leads, and input jacks, must be purchased from Keithley Instnmats. Standard fuses, with applicable national safety approvals, may be used if the rating and type are the same. Other components that are not safety related may be purchased from other suppliers as long as they are equivalent to the original component. (Note that selected parts should be purchased only through Keithley Instruments to maintain accuracy and functionality of the product.) If you are un~tre about the applicability of a replacement component, call a Keithley Instruments office for information. To clean an instrument, use a damp cloth or mild, water based cleaner. Clean the exterior of the instrument only. Do not apply cleaner directly to the instrument or allow liquids to enter or spill on the instrument. Products that consist of a circuit board with no case or chassis (e.g., data acquisition board for installation into a computer) should never require cleaning if handled according to instructions. If the board becomes contaminated and operation is affected, the hoard should be returned to the factmy for proper cleaning/setvicing.

Rev. IO/99

MODEL 220 SPECIFICATIONS

IEEE-488

BUS IMPLEMENTATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Paragraph SECTION l-GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction .................................... Features ........................................ Warranty Information ............................ ................................ ManualAddenda Safety Symbols and Terms ........................ Unpacking and Inspection ......................... Repackaging For Shipment ........................ Specifications ................................... Accessories ..................................... Optional Accessories ........................... Supplied Accessories. .......................... Title Page

1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 1.9.1 1.9.2 2.1 2.2 ^^_

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2.2.2 2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 ,2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.4 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.5 2.5.1 2.5.2 2.5.3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 El 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6

SECTION 2-OPERATION Introduction ................................... ,..... .................. Preparation For Use ............................. .................. vower-up ............................................................................ Warm-Up ............................................................................. Operating Instructions .................................................................... Environmental Conditions ............................................................... Front Panel Control Descriptions .......................................................... ................................................................. AearPanelDescriptions OutputConnector ..................................................................... InductiveLoads ....................................................................... Operation Of The Model 220. .............................................................. Model 220 General Operating Procedure .................................................. ................................................................... ExampleofOperation Applications ............................................................................ Calibradon ............................................................................ ................................................................ ResistivityMeasurement Diode Characterization ................................................................. SECTION 3-PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION Introduction .................................................................................. ....................................................................... Environmentalconditions .................................................................. RecommendedTestEquipment InitialCondltlons ............................................................................... Performance Verification Procedure .............................................................. lOOmA to 1mA Range Verification .............................................................. 1004 to 1OlA Range Verification .............................................................. 1FA end lOOnA Range Verification. ............................................................. 1OnA and 1nA Range Verification ............................................................... SECTION 4-THEORY OF OPERATION Introduction .................................................................................. BlockDiagrams ................................................................................ PowerSupply ................................................................................. ................................................................................ AnalogBoard.. .................................................................. Digital Board (Microcomputer). DisplaVCircuit .................................................................................

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Paragraph 5.1 5.2 5.2.1 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.4 5.2.5 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.8.1 5.8.2 SECTION S-MAINTENANCE ............................ Introduction Calibration .............................. Recommended Test Equipment .......... Environmental Conditions ............... Warm-Up ............................. Calibration Fixtures .................... Calibration Adjustments ................ Fuse Replacement ....................... Line Voltage Selection .................... Disassembly ............................ Fan Filter Maintenance ................... Special Handling of Static Sensitive Devices Troubleshooting ... ..................... Servicing High Impedance Circuitry. ...... Digital Self Test ....................... Title

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SECTION B-REPLACEABLE PARTS Introduction ._.,,.......,..___......_..........._._..._._....._....._.......................... PartsList..................................................................................... Ordeilnglnformation...................................................................,,......, FactoryService..........................................................................,...,.. Schematic Diagrams and Component Location Drawings

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1 2-2 3-1 3-2 5-1 5-2 5-3 54 5-5 5-6 5-7 5-8 5-9 5-10 5-11 6-l 6-2 6-3 6-4 6-5 Title ................................................. LineVoltageSetting Error Message Conditions ............................................ Recommended Test Equipment ....................................... lOOmA to 1mA Verification ........................................... Recommended Test Equipment ....................................... Calibration ......................................................... Fuse Replacement, 3AG Size ......................................... Fuse Replacement, 5mm Size ......................................... Line Voltage Selection ............................................... Model 220 Static Sensitive Devices .................................... Power Supply Checks ............................................... ............................................... AnalogBoardChecks ..................................................... DigitalCircuitry DisplayChecks ..................................................... IEEE-488 Interface Board Checks ...................................... Index of Modal 220 Schematic and Component Layouts .................. Mother Board 220-103, Parts List. ..................................... Display Board 220-l 13, Parts List. ..................................... Analog Board 220-123, Parts List. ..................................... IEEE Interface Board, 220-133. Parts List ............................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... ........................... .......................... Page 2-1 2-5 3-1 3-2 5-1 5-2 5-3 z E 2 5-7 5-8 6-l 6-4 6-6 6-7 6-10

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LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure l-l 2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-8 2-9 2-10 2-11 3-1 3-2 3-3 4-1 -i-i 4-3 5-l 5-2 5-3 5-4 6-l 6-2 6-3 6-4 6-5 6-6 6-7 6-8 6-9 6-10 Title ............ Instrument Packaging ....................................... ........................................ ............ FrontandRearPanel .......................................... ............ OutputConnector ............ Limiting Inductive Reaction Voltage ........................... .................................. ............ lOmAto2mASquareWave Using the Model 220 External Trigger .......................... ............ ............ Guarding .................................................. ............ Connections es a Current Sink with Resistive Load ............... ............ Model 220 Recommended Operating Limits ..................... ............ Resistivity Measurement Using the Model 220 end the Model 614 ............ Diode Characterization ...................................... DiodeCurves .................................................................................. lOOmA to 1mA Range Verification ................................................................ Test Fixture.. ................................................................................. ..................................................................... lFA-1nARangeVerification Analog Circuitry Block Diagram .................................................................. Digital Circuitry Block Diagram ................................................................... MemonlMap .................................................................................. ............................................................................ CalibrationSetup.. Calibration Fixture ............................................................................. ...................... l~tolnACalibration...................................................: ............................................................... MemoryChipNumberAssignment ....................................................................... Model220ExplodedView ....................................................................... Model220FanAssembly Display Board, Component Location Drawing. Dwg. No. 220-l 10 ..................................... Mother Board, Component Location Drawing, Dwg. No. 220-100 ..................................... Analog Board, Component Location Drawing, Dwg. No. 220-120 ..................................... IEEE Interface Board, Component Location Drawing, Dwg. No. 220-130 ............................... Display Board, Schematic Diagram, Dwg. No. 220-l 16 .............................................. Digital Circuitry, Schematic Diagram, Dwg. No. 220-106. ............................................ Analog Board, Schematic Diagram, Dwg. No. 220-126 .............................................. IEEE Interface Board, Schematic Diagram, Dwg. No. 220-136 ........................................ ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... Page 1-2 2-2 2-4 2-5 2-8 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-9 2-10 Z-10 2-10 3-2 3-3 3-3 4-2 4-3 5-4 5-1 5-2 5-2 5-5 6-2 6-3 6-11 6-13 6-17 6-21 6-23 6-25 6-29 6-33

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SECTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION The Model 220 is a programmable current source with full range current from 2nA to 100mA. The Model 220 has a selectable voltage compliance of up to 105V in one volt increments. The 100 memory locations allow up to 100 storage points for programming source, V-limit, end dwell time. The Model 220 can be used with any measurement system that uses the IEEE-488 interface bus. For detailed operating instructions of the Model 220 end the IEEE-488 bus, refer to the Model 220/230 Programming Manual. 1.2 FEATURES The Model 220 includes the following features: The WARNING used in this manual explains dangers that could result in personal injury or death. The CAUTION used in this manual explains hazards that could damage the instrument. 1 .6 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 1.4 MANUAL ADDENDA

Improvements or changes to this manual will be explained on en addendum included with this manual. 1.5 SAFETY SYMBOLS AND TERMS
are as follows:

Safety symbols used in this manual

A on the instrument denotes that The symbol the user should refer to the operating instructions. on the instrument denotes that The symbol 1OOOVor more may be present on the terminal(s).

100 point buffer that is capable of storing up to 100 points of an output waveform. Programmable dwell time between the data points in the buffer when used in the single or continuous program modes. Input end output connections for external triggering located on the rear panel. Selectable voltage compliance allows operator to select the required voltage compliance. 4% digit display with appropriate exponent and decimal point. Program modes that control the sequence between the buffer points. This is for either single, step or continuous sequencing. Data keyboard to enter data (V-limit, dwell time, source, etc.1 into the buffer. l Program control that has a start, stop end reset control for the buffer end program mode. . OPERATE button that holds the source in standby until programmed into operate. l IEEE-488 interface bus operation isstandard. Thisenables the Model 220 to be incorporated into a system that uses programmed control through the IEEE-488 bus. 1.3 WARRANTY INFORMATION

The Model 220 is inspected both mechanically and electrically before shipment. Upon receiving the Model 220 unpack all items from the shipping container and check for any obvious damage that may have occurred during transit. Report any damage to the shipping agent. Retain end use the original packaging materials if reshipment is necessav. The following items are shipped with all Model 220 orders: *Model 220 Programmable Current Source *Model 220 Instruction Manual *Model 6011 Triaxial Test Lead *Model 220/230 Programming Manual *Optional accessories per request. 1.7 REPACKAGING FOR SHIPMENT

Warranty information is provided on the inside front cover of this manual. If there is a need to exercise the warranty, contact the Keithley representative in your area to determine the proper action to be taken. Keithley maintains cornplete repair and calibration facilities in the United States, West Germany, Great Britain, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland end Austria. Information concerning the application, operation or service of your instrument may be directed to the applications engineer et any of the above locations. Check the inside front cover of this manual for addresses.

The Model 220 should be packed in its original carton using the packaging method shown in Figure l-l. Before packaging, wrap the instrument in plastic. After it is placed in the box, surround the instrument with Styrofoam packaging material. If the Model 220 is to be returned to Keithley Instruments for calibration or repair, include the following: *ATTENTION REPAIR DEPARTMENT on the address label. *Warranty status of the instrument. *Completed service form. 1.8 SPECIFICATIONS For Model 220 detailed specifications, tions that precede this section. refer to the specifica-

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1.9 ACCESSORIES 1.9.1 Optional
INSTRUCTION

Accessories

The following optional accessories are available from Keithley Instruments to enhance the capabilities of the Model 220. Model 1019A Universal Rack Mounting Kit-The Model 1019A Universal Rack Mounting Kit can accomodate one or two Model 220's. The dimensions are 133mm x 483mm (5%in. x 19in.I. Model 8167 Guarded Adapter-The Model 8167 Guarded Adapter reduces effective cable capacity by driving the inner shield of a triaxial cable at guard potential. Model 7008-3 IEEE-468 Cable-The Model 7008-3 is a three foot I1 meter) IEEE488 Cable. The cable has 24 stranded wire conductors and is terminated with IEEE-488 standard connectors. Model 70089 IEEE-488 Cable-The Model 7008-6 is a six foot I2 meter) IEEE-488 Cable. The cable has 24 stranded wire conductors and is terminated with IEEE-488 standard connectors. Model 7010 Cable Adapter-The Model 7010 is a IEEE-488 cable adapter. The adapter extends the IEEE-488 connector by one connector width for easy access connections. 1.9.2 Supplied The following Accessories accessory is supplied with each Model 220.

`ROTECTIVE :ARDSOARD

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MODEL

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PROTECTIVE CARDBOARD BOHOM

CARDBOARD STRIP

Model 8011 Triax Input Cable-The Model 8011 is a three foot (1 meter1 low noise triax cable terminated with alligator clips at one end and a Teflon0 insulated triax connector at the other end.

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!FIL ST YROFOAM MI 4TERIAL

PACKAGING

Figure 1-l. Instrument

Packaging

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SECTION 2 OPERATION
2.1 INTRODUCTION This section includes operating instructions such as: preparation for use, environmental conditions, front and rear panel control descriptions, output connections and several examples of uass and applications of the Model 220. For Model 220 front and rear panel illustrations refer to Figure 2-l. 2.2 PREPARATION 2.2.1 Power-Up Plug the Model 220 into the proper power receptacle in accordanca with Table 2-l. For fuss replacement or line switch lS102j setting refer to the maintenance section. WARNING Ground the instrument through a properly aarth grounded racaptacla before operation. Failure to ground the instrument can result in severe injury or death in the avant of short circuit or malfunction. Table 2-1. Line Voltage Input Voltage Switch Setting 5102 Setting Fuse IFlOlj %A. %A, `%A, %A, 25OV. 25OV. 25OV. 25OV. 3AG 3AG 3AG 3AG FOR USE After the software revision level is displayed, the Model 220 will display ths primary address of the instrument for approximately one second. The primary address of the Model 220 is factory set at 12. I Example: I I? j I f 2.2.2 Warm-Up To achieve rated accuracy the Model 220 requires one hour for warm-up. 2.3 OPERATING 2.3.1 Environmental INSTRUCTIONS Conditions

Operation of the Model 220 should ba at an ambient temperature within the range of O°C to 5O'C. up to 35°C at 70% noncondensing relative humidity. Environmental conditions for storage are from -25OC to +70°C. 2.3.2 Front Panel Controls Description

Power On/Dff switch operates on the push-push principle. Depressing this button turns the instrument on. Pushing the button again heleasingl turns the instrument off. Display-There are four operating functions in the display group. They are deacribad as follows.

105V-125V 21OV25OV 9ov-1lOV' 18OV22OV'

I15VAC 230VAC 116VAC 230VAC

"For instrumenta equipped with low voltage transformer TR-187. Immediately after turning on the Model 220 via the power switch, the display will indicate the followfng for several seconds:

SOURCE button selecta the source data for display. The full Scala range of the available source current is 1.9995nA to lOl.OOmA. The source current is displayed as a 4% digit number with a single digit exponent. The least significant digit of the 4'% digit diiplay is truncated to a "0" or a "5" when the ENTER button is pressed. When a 1,2,3 or 4 is entersd ss the least Signifiwnt digit, it is truncated to a zero when the ENTER button is praaaed. When a 6, 7,8 or 9 is entered as the least significant digit, it is truncated to a five when the ENTER button is pressed.
During the entry of source data onto the display (cursor is flashing), pressing the SOURCE button reverta the display to the prekus source data. A different source current can be programrr& for each of the 100 memory locations. V-LIMfT bumn selecta the voltage compliance for display. The compliance voltage ranges from 1V to 105V in 1V increments. The voltage compliance is displayed as a thrss digit number. The three digit number is right justified when a one or two digit number is entered and the ENTER button is pressed. The voltage compliance limiting is bipolar. The vokage limit accuracy for output current (I,,) greater than 1nA and Issa than 1004 is f 3%1+05V). For lDytgreater than Or equal to 1OOfi there is an additional error of 1V in the seme

1. This ia a diiplay teat. The opsretor diiplay aegmenh by comparing the wfth tha figure above. 2. In addition, the push button and REMOTE indicators will light. All simultaneously if operating correctiy.

can nota inoperative Model 220's display the TALK, LISTEN, indicators will light

After ths display teat is complete the Model 220 will dkplay the software revision level for approximately ona second.

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polarity of lout. For IOU, than or equal to 1nA there is an adless ditional error of 0.5V with the opposite polarity of laut A different compliance voltage limit can be programmed for each of the 100 memory locations. During the entry of V-limit data onto the display, lcuraor is flashing) pressing the V-LIMIT button reverts the display to the previous V-limit data. DWELL TIME button selects the dwell time data for display. Dwell time is defined as the programmed time the Model 220 spends on a specific memory location when in the single or continuous program modes. The range of the dwell time is 3msec to SSS.%?c. The dwell time is displayed as a 4% digit number with a single digit exponent. After the data is entered onto the display and the ENTER button is presaad, the exponent is displayed as a -3 or a 0 depending on the data entered. An entry of zero for the dwell time, in any memory location except the first will be interpreted as a reset in the step or continuous program modes to permit short cycling of the pro grammed memory locations it will be interpreted as a stop in the single program mode. The dwell time accuracy listed in the specifications requires that the IEEE-488 bus to be inactive. A different dwell time can be programmed for each of the 100 memory locations. During the entry of dwell time data onto the displaY (cursor is flashing), pressing the DWELL TIME button reverts the display to the previous dwell time data. MEMORY button selects the present memory location number for display. There are 100 available memory locations. They start at memory location 1 and range up to Iscation 100. The memory location is displayed es a thraa digit number. The three digit display is right justified when a one or two digit number is enterned onto the display or upon actuation of the RESET button the Model 220 selects memory location 1 as the present memory location. Each memory location contains the source current data, V-limit data, dwell time data and tha number of the memory location. To display any of these parameters contained in a particular memory location simply press the appropriate button (eg. SOURCE, V-LIMIT, DWELL TIME or MEMORY). The data of each of these parameters can vary for each memory location. This means the Model 220 can store up to 100 different values of source current, compliance voltage or dwell time During the entry of memory location data onto the display (cursor is flashing), pressing the MEMORY button reverts the display to the previously displayed memory location. NOTE The contents of all the msmon/ locations are lost when the power to the Model 220 is turned off. Data Entry-The three buttons contained in the data entry group consist of the COPY, ENTER and EXPONENT buttons. The three buttons and their functions are described as follows: EXPONENT button allows entry of exponent data onto the display. The 5XPONENT button is active only in the source and dwell time display modes. Once the single digit exponent

data has bean entered onto the display and the ENTER button is pressed, the Model 220 places the data and the exponent into the proper notation For example, if 520.0-7 is entered on the display, it is displayed as 52.00-6 after the ENTER button is pressed. ENTER button loads the displayed data into the present memory location. COPY button duplicates the source, V-limit, and dwell time data from one memory location into the next memory location. The COPY button is active only in the memory display mode. Refer to example 5. OUTPUT button is an alternate action control which places the instrument in the displayed output mode. In the operate mode, the OUTPUT LED is turned on and the source data in the present memory location is present at the output connector on the rear panel. When the instrument is not in the operate mode, the output is programmed to .0000-S amps. Additionally if the compliance voltage was programmed to >32V it will be reduced (without changing displayed value) to 32V. Program Mode-The three buttons contained in the program mode group consist of the SINGLE, CONTINUOUS and STEP buttons. These three buttons select the possible modes of scanning the internal 100 memory locations. The bunons are described as follows: STEP button selects the step program mode. The step program mode allows the user to manually step through the programmed memory locations using the START/STOP button. When the Model 220 is in the step program mode the STEP LED is turned on. SINGLE button selects the single program mode. The single program mode cycles through the programmed memory loca tions one time upon the actuation of the START/STOP button. When the Model 220 is in the single program mode the SINGLE LED is turned on. CONTINUOUS button selects the continuous program mode. The continuous program mode cycles through the programmed memory locations continuously upon the actuation of the START/STOP button. When the Model 220 is in the continuous program mode ths CONTINUOUS LED is tumad on. Program Control-The two buttons contained in the program control group are the RESET and START/STOP buttons. These two bunons control the use of the single, continuous and step program modes. The two buttons are described as follows: RESET button is a momentary control that sets the presently displayed memory location back to memory location 1. If the Model 220 is in the operate mode, pressing the RESET button sets the output to tha source data located in memory location 1. Pressing the RESET button during the entry of data onto the display in the Source, V-limit, dwell time or memory display modes sets the display back to the previous displayed data. Once the data is entered onto the display and the ENTER button is pressed, pressing the RESET button reverts the instrument back to the conditions in memory location 1.

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START/STOP button is an alternate action control that serves two functions. The two functions are described as follows: 1. When the START/STOP button is pressed the selected pro .gram mode (step, single or continuous) is initiated. 2. When the START/STOP button is pressed a second time the START/STOP and the action of the selected program mode is stopped. 3. The START/STOP LED will be on continuously during the execution of the single of continuous program mode. In the step program mode the LED will be on the duration of the programmed dwell time. NOTE When the instrument is in the standby mode (OPERATE LED is turned off), and either single or continuous programming mode, the START/ STOP button continues to control the buffer with no output present on the Model 220. In the step mode, the START/STOP LED turns on for the duration of the programmed dwell time. DATA-The 12 buttons in the Data group allow entry of numerical data from 0 to 9 including with decimal point and polarity onto the display, The TALK, LISTEN and REMOTE LED's identify the present status of the IEEE-488 bus. For more information concerning the Model 220 and the IEEE-488 bus refer to the Model 220/230 Programming Manual. 2.3.3 Rear Panel Description OUTPUT nector. connector is Teflon@ insulated female triax con-

DIGITAL l/O port consists of four input end four output lines as well as IEEE-488 common and +5VDC. The outputs will drive one TTL load. The instrument can be programmed to generate an SRQ upon any change in the 4 bit input data.* EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUT initiates the selected program mode in the same manner as the START/STOP button upon receiving a TTL level negative transition with a minimum pulse width of lO@ec. EXTERNAL TRIGGER OUTPUT provides a negative TTL level pulse of greater than lO@ec at the completion of the programmed dwell time. The line power fuse is rated as shown in Tables 52 and 53. The line plug mates with a 3-wire line cord which provides UL approved connections to line power. *For more information concerning the IEEE488 connector, digital I/D port and primary address switches refer to the Model 220/230 Programming Manual. 2.3.4 Output Connector

The output connector is a Teflon@ insulated triax connector which is located on the rear panel. The maximum allowable voltage potential between the HI terminal and the LO terminal is f 1OOV. The maximum allowable common mode voltage between the HI input terminal and the chassis common is 25OVrms DC to 60Hz. See Figure 2-2. CAUTION Do not exceed the maximum common mode voltage. Instrument damage may occur.

GUARD terminal provides a low impedance voltage source which is equal to the output compliance voltage. The maximum load oapcitence for the guard output is O.OlhF. The maximum load current which includes guard and output is not to exceed 106mA. The accuracy of the guard output is f 1mV excluding output lead IR voltage drops. NOTE The guard voltage will not equal the output voltage when the instrument is at the programmed V-limit overcompliance level. OUTPUT COMMON terminal provides easy access to output common which is also the inner shield of the output connector. mvenient connec-

Figure 2-2. Output 23.5 Inductive Loads

Connector

IEEE-W INTERFACE connector provides bus connection to the Model 220. The connector mates with the Model 70083 and 70066 IEEE cables.* ADDRESS switches are used to program me r AYY~CJJ swrcnes use0 10 the primary address for the IEEE-488 interface bus operation. The c primary address is "dated only ,._^_ - -...__ .._ * is updated only upon power-up.*

In general, the output load connected to the Model 220 should be resistive. However, a small amount of inductance in the load can be tolerated but only if the inductive reaction voltage L&is limited to less than 105V. Refer to Figure 2-3 for a suggested method of limiting the inductive reaction voltage. If the output load connected to the Model 220 is inductive, limit the inductive reaction voltage to lass than 106V. Otherwise instrument damage may occur.

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8. Program the Output to the operate mode by pressing the pressing the START/STOP

TWO SACK TO BACK LENER DIODES. MOTOROLA ,hl,20ZS,a Figure 2-3. Limiting inductive Reaction Voltage 2.4 OPERATION OF THE MODEL 220

2.4.2 Examples The following conditions.

of Operation examples depict several operating levels and

The Model 220 has several diierent operating parameters. These parameters (step, single continuous, source, V-limit, dwell time etc) are to be programmed using the following general procedure. Several examples of exact programming are given after the following. 2.4.1 Model 220 General Operating Procedure NOTE Upon power up or upon actuation of the RESET button the Model 220 is set to memory location 1. 1. Turn on the Model 220 and allow one hour for warm up for rated accuracy operation. 2. Select memory location. A. Press MEMORY. B. Press the number(s) of the desired memory location (1 to 100). C. Press ENTER. 3. Program the desired source. A. Press SOURCE. 6. Press the numbarks) of the desired source current (.0000-9mA to lOl.OOmAI. Note that upon power-up the source is sat to .OOOO-9. C. Press ENTER. 4. Program the appropriate V-limit. A. Press V-limit. B. Press the number(s) of the appropriate compliance voltage limit (1 to 105V in one volt increments). Upon power-up the V-limit is set to 1V. C. Press ENTER. 5. Program the desired dwell time. A. Press DWELL TIME. B. Press the number(s) of the appropriate dwell time 13msec to 999.9sec in 1msec increments.) Upon powerup the dwell time of memory location 1 is set to 3.000-3 sec. C. Press ENTER. 6. Select the desired program mode Istep, single or continuousl. 7. Connect appropriate load. NOTE The output load must be noninductive. A small amount of inductance in the load can be tolerated if the inductive reaction voltage L# is limited to less than 105V. Refer to paragraph 2.3.5.

Example 1 Error Message-The Model 220 will display an error message if it is programmed into a parameter value that is outside of the range of the instrument. Table 2-2 lists the conditions that cause an error message. For example program the Model 220 for memon/ location 102. 1. Press MEMORY. 2. Press 1, 0, 2. 3. Press ENTER. After the ENTER button is pressed, the Model 220 displays the following for approximately one second. Then the Model 220 returns to the previous display of the memory location, /I Table 2-2. Erroi Message Conditions Parameters Source -Limit Dwell time Memory Limits / Greater Greater Greater Greater

than than than than

101.OOmA 105V or an entrY of 000. 999.9sec. less than 3msec. 100 or an entry of 000.

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Example 2-In this example the Model 220 will be programmed to output a current of 1OmA with a 1OV compliance limit, Required Outpur: 1OmA with 1OV compliance. Use the following procedure to program the Model 220 to output the preceding parameters. 1. Select a memory location, if memory location 1 is not desired. 2. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, EXPONENT, 3. ENTER. (Programs a source value of 10mA.J 3. Press V-LIMIT, 1, 0, ENTER. (Programs 1OV V-Limit.) 4. Connect load. 5. Press OPERATE. NOTE If the ENTER button is not pressed in the sequence indicated, the display data will not be programmed into the appropriate marnon/ location Upon the actuation of step 5 the Model 220 outputs 1OmA with a 1OV compliance limit. Press the SOURCE button to

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verifY that the 1OmA was actually programmed into the Model 220. Press the V-LIMIT button to verify that the 1OV limit was actually programmed into the Model 220. Example 3-In this example the Model 220 will be programmed to output three separate currents, three separate compliance limits, three separate dwell times and three separate memory locations. The three memory locations will be programmed in the step program mode. Required Output: lOOpA, 1OV V-limit, 1 second dwell time, memory location 1. ImA, 20V V-limit, 1OOmsec dwell time, memory location 2. lOmA, 30V V-limit, 2.5 second dwell time, memon/ location 3. 1. Press MEMORY, 1, ENTER. (Selects memory location 1.I 2. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, 0, 5XPONENT. 6, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 source for 10Oj~A.j 3. PressV-LIMIT, 1, 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 V-limit for 1OV.l 4. Press DWELL TIME, 1, 5XPONENT. 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 dwell time for one second.) 5. Press MEMORY, 2, ENTER (Selects memory location 2.) 6. Press SOURCE, 1, 5XPONENT. 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 source for ImA. 7. Press V-LIMIT, 2,0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 V-limit for 2OV.j 8. Press DWELL TIME, 1, 0, 0, EXPONENT, + /-, 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 dwell time for 100msec.j 9. Press MEMORY, 3, ENTER. (Selects memory location 3.1 10. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, 5XPONENT. 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 3 source for lOmA.) 11. Press V-LIMIT, 3,0, ENTER. (Programs memon/ location 3 V-limit for 30V.J 12. Press DWELL TIME, 2, ., 5, EXPONENT, 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 3 dwell time for 2.5sec.) 13. Press STEP. (Selects the step program mode.) After completing step 13 the Model 220 is programmed into the parameters stated. To display any of the three programmad source values, select the desired source value's memon/ location and press the SOURCE button. To output any of the three source values select the desired source value's memory location, and press the OUTPUT bunon. Pressing the START/ STOP button advances the Model 220 to the next channel. Notice that the START/STOP LED turns on for the programmad dwell time and then turns off. Note that actuation of START/STOP at memory location 3 will put instrument to location 1. Example 4-In this example the Model 220 will be programmed to output five separate currents, five separate compliance limits, five separate dwell times and five separate memon/ locations. Required Output: lOOnA, 5V V-limit, 0.5 second dwell time, memory location 1. lfi, 1OV V-limit, 1 second dwell time, memory location 2. 2-6

lOti, 15V V-limit, 1.5 second dwell time, memory location 3. loo@!, 20V V-limit, 2 second dwell time, memon/ location 4. lmA, 25V V-limit, 2.5 second dwell time, memory location 5. 1. Press MEMORY, 1, ENTER. (Selects memory location 1.) 2. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, 0, EXPONENT, 9, ENTER. (Programs memonl location 1 soume for lOOnA. 3. Press V-LIMIT, 5, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 V-limit for 5V.I 4. Press DWELL TIME, ., 5, 5XPONENT. 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 dwell time for 0.5 seconds.) 5. Press MEMORY, 2, ENTER. (Selects memory location 2.) 6. Press SOURCE, 1, D(PONENT, 6, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 source for 1fi.j 7. Press V-LIMIT, 1, 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 V-limit for 1OV.j 8. Press DWELL TIME, 1, 5XPONENT. 0, ENTER. (Programs memon/ location 2 dwell time for one second.) 9. Press MEMORY, 3, ENTER. (Selects memory location 3.1 10. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, EXPONENT, 6, ENTER. (Programs memory location 3 soume for lOti.) 11. Press V-LIMIT, 1,5, ENTER. (Programs memon/ location 3 V-limit for 16V.l 12. Press DWELL TIME, 1, ., 5, D(PONENT, 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 3 dwell time for 1.5 seconds.) 13. Press MEMORY, 4, ENTER. (Selects memory location 4.) 14. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, 0, 5XPONENT. 6, ENTER. (Programs memory location 4 soume for loo&) 15. Press V-LIMIT, 2,0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 4 V-limit for 2OV.) 16. Press DWELLTIME, 2,5XPONENT, 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 4 dwell time for 2 seconds.) 17. Press MEMORY, 5, ENTER. (Selects memory location 5.) 19. Press SOURCE, 1, EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 5 soume for ImA.) 19. Press V-LIMIT, 2,5, ENTER. (Programs memory location 5 V-limit for 25V.) 20. Press DWELL TIMEI, ., 5, EXPONENT, 0, ENTER. (Programs memon/ location 5 dwell time for 2.5 seconds.) After completing step 20 the Model 220 is programmed into the parameters stated. To display any of the parameters of any memory location select the desired memory location and then select the desired parameter. To output any of the source valuas select the desired source value's memory location end press the OUTPUT button. To scan the five memory locations use the following procedure: 1. Select the program mode of scanning. (Select Single, Continuous, or Step.1 2. Select desired display mode. (Source, V-limit, dwell time or memory.) 3. Press the START/STOP bunon.

In the step program mode the user can manually step through the programmed memory locations one at a time. Each time it is desired to advance to the next programmed memory location the user presses the START/STOP button. The START/ STOP LED turns on for the duration of the programmed dwell time. When the last programmed memory location is selected fmemory location 5 in this example) pressing the START/ STOP button reverts the instrument to memory location 1. In the single program mode the Model 220 cycles through all the programmed memory locations one time. To start the single program mode press the START/STOP button. Once the single program mode is activated, the Model 220 starts from the present memory location and advances to each programmed memory location. The instrument remains at each memory location for the programmed dwell time and then advances to the next programmed memory location. After the dwell time of the last programmed location the START/STOP LED turns off and the single program mode is ended. The Model 220 remains at the last programmed location until power is turned off, RESET is pressed, memory location is changed or the single or continuous program modes are activated. NOTE An entry of zero for the dwell time for any memory location is interpreted as a reset in the step, single and continuous program modes. In the continuous program mode the Model 220 cycles through all the programmed mernor~ locations continuously. To start the continuous program mode press the START/ STOP button. To stop the continuous program mode press the START/STOP button a second time. When the START/ STOP button is pressed the second time the continuous program mode is stopped at the present memory location. Once the continuous program mode is activated, the Model 220 starts from the present memory location and advances to the next memory location. The instrument remains at the present memory location for the programmed dwell time (dwell time can vary for each memory location) and then advances to the next memory location. The cycle continues up to and including the last programmed memory location and then reverts to memarY location 1. At this point the cycle starts over again and keeps repeating until the START/STOP button is pressed, power to the instrument is turned off or the single or step prs gram modes are selected. Example 5-In this example the COPY button will be used to duplicate the data of memory location 1 into memory locations 2, 3, 4 and 5. The COPY button function, when used in the memory display mode, duplicates the source, V-limit, and dwell time data of one memory location, into the next memory location. Program the following parameters into memory location 1 and use the procedure to duplicate these parameters into memory locations 2, 3, 4 and 5. Required Parameters: 1. 10.05mA Source 2. 25V V-limit 3. 525msec Dwell Time

1. Press MEMORY, 1, ENTER. (Selects memory location 1.1 2. Press SOURCE, 1. 0. ., 0, 5, EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 source for 10.05mA.I 3. Press V-LIMIT, 2, 5, ENTER. (Programs memory location 1 V-limit for 25V.j 4. Press DWELL TIME, 5. 2, 5, EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs marnon/ location 1 dwell time for 525msec.j 5. Press MEMORY, COPY, COPY, COY, COPY. The parameters specified were programmed into the Model 220 by steps 1 through 4. The parameters of memory location 1 were duplicated into metnon/ locations 2, 3, 4 and 5 by step 5. To verify that the data was duplicated into the other memory locations select each memon/ location and select each parameter for each memory location. For example: To verii that 10.05mA was duplicated into memon/ location 3 use the following two steps. 1. Press MEMORY, 3. ENTER. (Selects memory location 3.) 2. Press SOURCE. (Displays memory location 3 source data.) Example 6 Fabricating Output Waveforms-The Model 220 is capable of fabricating output waveforms. With the 100 memory locations the Model 220 can fabricate waveforms with up to 100 individual steps. The following procedure is an example of programming the Model 220 to output a square wave of 1OmA to 2mA at 100Hz. Required Output: 1OmA to 2mA square wave at 1OOHzwith a V-limit of 1OV. NOTE Cycle power to the instrument before starting this example to avoid confusion of previously programmed memory locations. 1. Press MEMORY, 1, ENTER. (Selects memory location 1,) 2. Press SOURCE, 1, 0, EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs memon/ location l's V-limit for lOV.1 3. Press V-LIMIT, 1, 0, ENTER. fPrograms memory location l's V-limit for 1OV.) 4. Press DWELL TIME, 5. EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs memory locetion 1 dwell time for 5msec.) 5. Press MEMORY, 2, ENTER. ISelects memory location 2.) 6. Press SOURCE, 2, EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 source for 2mAj.b 7. Press V-LIMIT, 1, 0, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 V-limit for 1OV.) 6. Press DWELL TIME, 5. + I-, EXPONENT, 3, ENTER. (Programs memory location 2 dwell time for 5msec.j 9. Press CONTINUOUS, OPERATE, START/STOP. Upon completion of step 9 the Model 220 outputs a 1OmA to 2mA 1OOHr square wave as shown in Figure 2.4. NOTE When fabricating output wavefons ObseNe the response time specifications of the Model 220. Also, consider the affect of load imoedance on the waveform to be fabricated.

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Model 220, triggers the Model 220 to advance to the next memory location and output the next programmed current. NOTE Only the Model 619's with electrometer complete and external trigger can be used for this example.

smsec Figure 2.4.lOmA to ZmA Square Wave

NOTE In this example the Model 220 does not change range. If the Model 220 is programmed to change from one range into another (e.g. 1OmA to ImA), the output drops to zero for approximately 2msec between range changes. Example 7 Uslng External Trigger (Input and Output) The external trigger input initiates the program mode (single, continuous, or step) in the same manner as the START button. To output any programmed values the program mode must be selected, the OPERATE button enabled, and the instrument must receive the external trigger input pulse. The external trigger output is a pulse signifying the completion of a programmed dwell time. The pulse is present at the etiernal trigger output in any of the three program modes. For the single or continuous program modes there is an output pulse at the end of every programmed dwell time. For the step program mode, there is an output at the end of the programmed dwell time for the one memory location. To go on to the next step (memory location), and therefore output another external trigger output pulse, another external trigger input pulse is required. Using the Model 619 in conjunction with the Model 220 can help illustrate thls example. Like the Model 220, the Model 619 has external trigger input and output (electrometer complete and external trigger) lines. Connect the two instruments es shown in Figure 2-5. In this configuration and with the proper programming, the Model 220 will output the programmed current when the START button is pressed. At the end of the specified dwell time the Model 220 outputs the external trigger pulse. This pulse triggers the Model 619 to take a reading. When the Model 619 measurement cycle is completed it will output a trigger pulse (via the electrometer complete line) to the Model 220. The trigger pulse from the Model 619 to the

At this point the cycle repeats itself and keeps on repeating itself by advancing through the programmed memory locations of the Model 220. To stop the cycle, disconnect one of the trigger lines. NOTE The Model 619 can be set to the talk-only mode and connected to an IEEE compatible printer. The Model 619 measurement data would then be recorded by the printer automatically. This would free the operator from recording the data manually. Example 8 Uslng Guard - Leakage resistance between low current conductors and nearby voltage sources can cause significant error currents. For example, If a printed circuit element has a leakage path with a resistance of 10% to a. nearby 15V supply terminal, a current of 15nA will be generated as shown in Figure 2-6a. In order to keep this current below 1pA, the leakage resistance would have to be above 1.5 x 10%. This high resistance is difficult to maintain in many situations. In order to eliminate such stringent insulation resistance requirements, guarding techniques may be used as shown in Figure Z-6b. Guarding is surrounding the sensitive input with a conductor (the guard) connected to a low impedance point which is at (virtually) the same potential. The GUARD terminal located on the rear panel provides an easy connection to a low impedance voltage source which is equivalent to the output compliance voltage. The maximum load capacitance for the guard output is O.OluF. The maximum load current which includes guard and output is not to exceed 105mA. The accuracy of the guard +lmV excluding output lead I*R voltage drop. Example 9 Floating Opsrstlon - The Model 220 can be floated off chassis ground. Guard or output common MUST NOT be connected to chassis ground when floating the instrument above chassis ground potential. Chassis ground is connected to earth ground with the line power cord and an appropriate grounded three-wire receptacle. The Model 220 can be floated up to 250Vrms above chassis ground.

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2-66. GUARDED CIRCUIT

CAUTION When en external voltage source is connected in series with the Model 220 output, cere should be taken to limit the power delivered to the Model 220. Refer to Figure 2-B for power limits. Example 10 Operation as en Active Loed (Current Sinkl-The Model 220 can be used as an active current sink as shown in Figure 2-7. The output voltage V, is a function cf E, I and R, where: V,=E+IR, E= External Voltage Source I = Programmed Current on the Model 220 R,= Load Resistance CAUTION When the Model 220 is connected so es to sink current (that is, power is delivered to the Model 220 by en external power supplyl, cere should be taken to limit the power delivered to the Model 220. Figure 2-B shows the power limits to the Model 220 used in this oonfigumlon.

Model 220, with its high accuracy, can be used as current calibration source. The required current valuss and voltage compliance limits can bs programmed into the memory locations. The three diismnt program modes allow the operator to run through ths programmed values wether manually (step) or automatically (single or continuous). In the single or continuous program mode different dwell times can be programmed. This allows the operator to tailor the dwell times to his needs. The step program modes may be the best way to run through the calibration steps. In this mode the operator can manually step through the memory locations and therefore, output the current when it is required by the calibration procedure. 2.5.2 Resistivity Measurement

Certain semiconductor materials such as silicon have high resistivities. The measurement of their reslstivity can be a difficult measurement. To aid in the measurement, special probes of a hard metal such as tungsten are used. Because contact resistance is so high, a four point probe is usually employed. The outer two contact supply a constant current, the inner two contacts measure the voltage drop across a portion of the sample. Wti the geometry of the probe and wafer known, resisdvity can then bs calculated. The current source ussd must be stable and accurate. The Model 220 is ideal for this application. The accurate and stable current along with compliance voltage can bs easily progmmmed before making the measurement. The two voltmeters require a hiih impedance to ovemome laad resistance problems. The Model 614 has the high input impedance (greater than 5 x 1OpO in parallel with 2OpFl re-

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For resistive loads ths Model 220 will deliver the programmed current up to the compliance voltage iV,=VJ. The output voltage V, must be within the power limits specified in Figure 2-B.

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quirad to make the measurement accurately. Refer to Figure 2-9. For most wafers the resistivity is calculated from: P = kty k isa constant based on the geometn/ of the wafer and probe. t is the sample thickness. V is the meesurad voltage. I is the current in the sample.

Figure 2-10. Diode Chsradterization

Figure 2-9. Resistivity Measurement 220 and Model 614 2.5.3 Diode Characterization

Using the Model

With the Model 220 it is possible to plot I-V (current-voltage) characteristics of a diode over several decades. Figure 2-10 shows the configuration to be used. The Model 614, with its high input resistance in the volts function; will allow the measurement to be made accurately. Figure 2-11 shows several examples of diodes whose curves have been plotted using the configuration of Figure 2-10.

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SECTION 3 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION
3.1 INTRODUCTION Performance verification may be done upon receipt of the instrument to ensure that no damage or misadjustment has occurred during transit. Verification may also be performed whenever there is question of the instrument's accuracy. NOTE For instruments that are still under warranty (less then 12 months since date of shipment), whose performance fells outside specifications et any point, contact your Keithley representative or the factory immediately. 3.2 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS WARNING Verification should be performed qualified personnel using accurate reliable test equipment. by and

NOTE The allowable reading for each range includes the tolerances of the recommended test equipment. If different test equipment is used, modify the allowable readings accordingly. 3.5.1 lOOmA to 1mA Range Verification 1. Connect the Model 220, Model 192 end the 1OOR load resistor as shown in Figure 3-1. 2. Select the 20VDC range on the Model 192. a. Program the Model 220 to output +OO.OO-3. Verify that the reading on the Model 192 does not exceed + 5mV. b. Program the Model 220 to output +OO.OOO-3. Verify that the reading on the Model 192 does not exceed +lmV. c. Select 2V range on the Model 192. Program the Model 220 to output + .OOOO-3. Verify that the reading on the Model 192 does not exceed + 1OOAV. Select the 20V range on the Model 192. 3. Program the Model 220 for 50mA with a 20V compliance limit. 4. Press the OPERATE button on the Model 220. 5. Verify that the reading on the Model 192 display is within the limits specified in Table 3-2. 6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the 1OmA end 1mA range. 7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 with negative output current. NOTE Because of the power constraints on the 1OOD resistor f1/4W). the lOOmA rat-toe must be checked with a test current of 5timA. When checking this range, only apply power momentarily to prevent the resistor from overheating.

Measurements should be made et lE"-28OC and et less than 70% noncondensing relative humidity, unless otherwise indicated. 3.3 RECOMMENDED TEST