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Datasheet	Literature Number:	ReleaseDate
Model TRX-1100V-BAN Triax to Banana Cable Assembly Instruction Sheet	071364900	12 Jan 2020
KickStart Instrument Control Software Datasheet KickStart Software simplifies what you need to know about your instrument so that in just minutes you can take the instrument out of the box and get real data on your device. KickStart Software enables quick test setup and data visualization when us	1KW-60965-4	12 Jan 2020
Model TRX-1100V-X 3-Slot HV Low-Noise Triaxial Cable Instructions	071365000	12 Jan 2020
2461 SourceMeter SMU Instrument The Model 2461 High Current SourceMeter® Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instrument brings advanced Touch, Test, Invent® technology right to your fingertips.	1KW-60288-1	12 Jan 2020
2460 Source Measure Unit The 2460 High Current SourceMeter® Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instrument brings advanced Touch, Test, Invent® technology right to your fingertips.	1KW-60905-2	12 Jan 2020
2450 Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instrument Datasheet	1KW-60904-2	21 Jan 2020
2470 Graphical SourceMeter SMU Instrument Datasheet	1KW-61523-0	22 Jan 2020
Series 2400 SourceMeter SMU Instruments Keithley’s Series 2400 Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instruments are designed specifically for test applications that demand tightly coupled sourcing and measurement. All SourceMeter models provide precision voltage and current sourcing as well as measur	1KW-02798-1	21 Jan 2020

Manuals	Manual Type	Part Number:	ReleaseDate
Model TRX-1100V-CONN	Primary User	071368600	26 Nov 2019
Model TRX-1100V-PCBCONN	User	071368700	26 Nov 2019
Model 2450 SourceMeter Instrument Reference Manual This Reference Manual provides detailed information regarding the 2450 Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instrument.	Primary User	2450-901-01E	26 Dec 2019
Model 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter Instrument User’s Manual This user's manual provides basic instrument information and applications that help you start using your 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2470-900-01B	25 Dec 2019
Model 2461 in a Series 2400 Application Emulation and Migration Guide	User	077162100	25 Dec 2019
Model 4299-10 Dual Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Assembly and Mounting Instructions Model 4299-10 Dual Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Assembly and Mounting Instructions		071314301	25 Dec 2019
2400 Series SourceMeter Quick Start Guide	Primary User	2400S-903-01E	26 Nov 2019
Keithley Instruments Safety Precautions Safety Precautions PA	User	071341102	26 Nov 2019
Modele 2460 Liste d'avertissements (French Warning List) Modele 2460 Liste d'avertissements (French Warning List) Other	User	077104401	25 Dec 2019
Model 2461 1 kW Pulse Mode Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Calibration and Adjustment Manual Model 2461 1 kW Pulse Mode Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Calibration and Adjustment Manual Other	Performance Verification	2461-905-01A	25 Dec 2019
Model 2410 1100V SourceMeter Service Manual Rev. B User Manual	Service	2410-902-01B	26 Nov 2019
Model 2450 SourceMeter Instrument User's Manual This user's manual provides basic instrument information and applications for the 2450 Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2450-900-01E	25 Dec 2019
Keithley Model 2420 3A SourceMeter Service Manual Addendum Rev. D User Manual	User	2420-902-02D	26 Nov 2019
Model 2461-SYS SourceMeter Instrument Information Model 2461-SYS SourceMeter Instrument Information	User	077147200	26 Nov 2019
ACS Software Quick Start Guide	Primary User	ACS-903-01	26 Nov 2019
ACS Basic Software Quick Start Guide	Primary User	ACSBASIC-903-01	26 Nov 2019
Model 2450 System SourceMeter Quick Start Guide This guide provides startup information for the 2450 Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2450-903-01E	26 Dec 2019
Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Calibration Manual MODEL 2450 INTERACTIVE SOURCEMETER INSTRUMENT CALIBRATION MANUAL User Manual		2450-905-01A	25 Dec 2019
Model 2450-BenchKit Benchtop Kit Installation Instructions	User	071315803	25 Dec 2019
Model 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter® Instrument Reference Manual This reference manual provides detailed information regarding the 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2470-901-01B	25 Dec 2019
Model 2425 100 W SourceMeter Service Manual Service information for the 2425 100 W SourceMeter, including verification, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting information.	Service	2425-902-01B	26 Nov 2019
Model TRX-1100V-CONN	User	071368600	26 Nov 2019
Model 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter® Quick Start Guide This guide provides start up information for the 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2470-903-01B	25 Dec 2019
Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications	User	SPEC-2450B	26 Nov 2019
Model 2440 5A SourceMeter Service Manual	User	2440-902-01B	26 Nov 2019
Model 2430 1 kW Pulse SourceMeter Service Manual Service manual for the Model 2430 SourceMeter. Includes verification, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting information.	Service	2430-902-01C	26 Nov 2019
KickStart 1.9 Quick Start Guide KickStart 1.9 Quick Start Guide	Primary User	KKS-903-01	25 Dec 2019
KickStart 2.0 Quick Start Guide Beta KickStart 2.0 Quick Start Guide Beta	User	KKS-903-01E	26 Nov 2019
KickStart Quick Start Guide	Primary User	KKS-903-01H	25 Dec 2019
Model 2400 SourceMeter Service Manual MODEL 2400 SOURCEMETER SERVICE MANUAL Service Manual	Service	2400-902-01G	26 Nov 2019
Model 2460 High-Current SourceMeter Instrument Reference Manual This reference manual provides detailed information regarding the 2460 High Current SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2460-901-01C	26 Dec 2019
Model 2460 High Current SourceMeter Quick Start Guide This guide provides start up information for the 2460 High Current SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2460-903-01C	26 Dec 2019
Keithley Instruments Customer Documentation Series 2400 Safety Supplement	User	PA-1018D	26 Nov 2019
Model 2400 Series SourceMeter Japanese User's Manual Rev. A (12.2MB) User Manual	User	2400S-J-900-01A	26 Nov 2019
SMU Potentiostats and EC-UPGRADE Kit Quick Start Guide SMU Potentiostats and EC-UPGRADE Kit Quick Start Guide Quick Start User Manual	User	071347301	26 Nov 2019
Model 2460 High-Current Interactive SourceMeter Instrument User's Manual This user's manual provides basic instrument information and applications to help you start using your 2460 High Current SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2460-900-01C	25 Dec 2019
Model 2461 High-Current SourceMeter Instrument User's Manual This user's manual provides basic instrument information and application examples to help you start using your 2461 High Current SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2461-900-01B	25 Dec 2019
Model 2420 3A SourceMeter Service Manual Rev. E User Manual	Service	2420-902-01E	26 Nov 2019
Model 2460 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Calibration and Adjustment Manual	Performance Verification	2460-905-01A	25 Dec 2019
Liste d’avertissements Warning List modèle 2470	User	077151000	25 Dec 2019
Model 2450-CAL-KIT Calibration Fixture Information Model 2450-CAL-KIT Calibration Fixture Instructions User Manual	User	071337300	25 Dec 2019
Model 2450 Warning List (French) French language list of Warnings in Model 2450 documentation User Manual		077093700	25 Dec 2019
Model 2460-KIT Screw-Terminal Connector Kit Information Model 2460 Screw-Terminal Connector Kit Information User Manual	User	071335400	25 Dec 2019
Model 2450-TRX-BAN Triaxial to Banana Cable Instructions Model 2450-TRX-BAN Triaxial to Banana Cable instruction User Manual		071314500	25 Dec 2019
Model 2450-TLINK Trigger Link Cable Model 2450-TLINK Trigger Link Cable instructions User Manual	User	071314000	25 Dec 2019
ACS Software Reference Manual	Primary User	ACS-901-01	26 Nov 2019
ACS Basic Software Reference Manual	Primary User	ACSBASIC-901-01	26 Nov 2019
Series 24GDI Declassification and Security Instructions	Declassification	077086201	25 Dec 2019
Model 2460-BAN Safety Banana Test Leads/Adapter Cable Information Model 2460-BAN Safety Banana Test Leads-Adapter Cable Information User Manual	User	071338200	25 Dec 2019
Series 2400 SourceMeter User's Manual	Primary User	2400S-900-01K	26 Nov 2019
Model 2461 High Current SourceMeter Quick Start Guide This guide provides start up information for the 2461 High Current SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2461-903-01B	25 Dec 2019
Model 2461 High-Current SourceMeter Instrument Reference Manual This manual provides detailed information on using the 2461 High Current SourceMeter Source Measure Unit Instrument.	Primary User	2461-901-01B	25 Dec 2019
Model 4299-7 Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Assembly and Mounting Instructions This document contains the parts list and installation information for products that can be mounted with this rack-mount kit.	User	PA-1065E	21 Jan 2020

Technical Documents	Document Type	ReleaseDate
SOLUTIONS FOR SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING RESEARCH	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Solutions for Production Testing of Connectors	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Guide to Measuring New Materials and Devices	Handbook	26 Dec 2019
6 Common DC Tests to Maximize Productivity	Poster	26 Dec 2019
Get in Touch with the Changing User Interface of Test Instruments	Technical Article	26 Dec 2019
Get in Touch with the Changing User Interface of Test Instruments	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
Easy I-V Characterization of Diodes Using the Model 2450 SourceMeter SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Nov 2019
End-to-End Power Test and Measurement Solutions	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Automotive Solutions Brochure The pace of change in automotive electronics has never been faster, resulting in safer, more efficient, and more connected vehicles. Technologies such as high-speed data communications, wireless communications, radar, and power supplies underpin thes	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Automatic Resistance Measurements on High Temperature Superconductors	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Power Testing Applications for Today's Automobiles	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Touch, test, invent - Model 2450 SMU product brochure	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Touch, Test, Invent with the Next Generation Current and Voltage Source-Measure Instruments	Fact Sheet	12 Nov 2019
Advanced Test Equipment Can Shorten Time to Market for New Fiber Optic Communications Gear The recent battering of optical network and related stocks, along with those of other technology companies, belies the underlying fundamentals of the communications industry. In the face of financial turbulence and consolidations, the long-term outl	Technical Article	26 Dec 2019
Advances in Electrical Measurements for Nanotechnology E-Handbook Rev 3.13	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
2400 Series Timestamping Technical Note	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#2402 DC Production Testing of OLED Displays Job #2402	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#2273 VCSEL Testing with the Model 2400 SourceMeter Instrument Application Note Number 2273 VCSEL Testing with the Model 2400 SourceMeter Instrument The recent commercialization of vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs, pronounced "vixsels") into areas such as data communication, optical interconnectio	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
2218 Production Testing of High-Intensity Visible LEDs	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#2214 High-Throughput DC Production Test of Telecommunications Laser Diode Modules The constantly growing need for greater communications bandwidth is accelerating the demand for telecom laser diode (LD) modules. As the volume of production and the complexity of the LD modules increases, greater emphasis must be placed on cost-effe	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#2217 Trigger Synchronization of Multiple SourceMeter Instruments	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Analysis and Troubleshooting of In-House Mono-Crystalline Silicon Solar Modules for Solar Vehicle Applications Using a Keithley Model 2440 SourceMeter Instrument	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
Telecom Test Equipment Must Meet Tight Space Demands While Providing High Throughput, Accuracy	Whitepaper	12 Nov 2019
Technical Note for SourceMeter Buffers and How to Get Up to 5000 Data Points Using the Two Buffers Technical note that discusses the SourceMeter buffers and how to get up to 5000 data points using the two buffers	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Testing High Brightness LEDs Accurately Using the Model 2460 High Current SourceMeter SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Pulse Testing High Brightness LEDs Accurately using the 2461 High Current SourceMeter® SMU Instrument This application note provides information on typical HBLED tests and how to perform them using the pulse functionality of the 2461. Directions on how to set up the tests from the front panel are included with each example. The appendices include	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Power Consumption Profiling and Battery Life Analysis Techniques for Portable, Low-Power Devices	Application Overview	26 Nov 2019
Powering Results with Precision and Simplicity e-Guide	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Production Testing of High Current Varistors with the 2430C 1kW Pulse SourceMeter	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Maximize Speed and Throughput for Semiconductor Measurements	Poster	26 Nov 2019
Maximize Speed and Throughput for Semiconductor Measurements Using Source Measure Units (SMUs)	Poster	26 Dec 2019
Measuring Low Resistance Devices with High Current Using the Model 2460 SourceMeter SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Measuring Laser Diode Optical Power with an Integrating Sphere This white paper offers an overview on using an integrating sphere to measure the optical power of radiant sources in a production environment.	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
Measuring Photovoltaic Cell I-V Characteristics with the Model 2420	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Tips and Techniques for Efficient DC Testing and Current-Voltage Characterization This e-guide explores some of the most common DC current vs. voltage (I-V) tests being performed today, the seemingly inherent complications posed by each, and how new techniques can help to not only overcome these challenges but enhance efficiency a	Brochure	12 Nov 2019
Test Methods for Automobile Communication and Control Systems	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Advances in Electrical Measurements for Nanotechnology Rev 3.15.13	Handbook	26 Dec 2019
New Materials and Devices E-Guide	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Leakage Current and Insulation Resistance Measurements	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
From Lab to Fab ? Get the Testing Right	Technical Article	26 Dec 2019
Low Level Measurements Handbook - 7th Edition	Handbook	26 Nov 2019
Models 2420 and 2420-C SourceMeter Specifications Models 2420 and 2420-C SourceMeter Specifications Rev. D	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Model 2460 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications Model 2460 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Models 2410 and 2410-C SourceMeter Specifications Rev. D Models 2410 and 2410-C SourceMeter Specifications Rev. D	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Models 2400, 2401, 2400-LV and 2400-C SourceMeter Specifications Models 2400, 2401, 2400-LV and 2400-C SourceMeter Specifications	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Model 2470 SourceMeter Instrument Specifications This document contains specifications and supplemental information for the Model 2470 High Voltage SourceMeter® instrument. Specifications are the standards against which the 2470 is tested.	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Model 2461 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument Specifications Specifications for the Model 2461 Interactive SourceMeter Instrument	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Models 2440 and 2440-C SourceMeter Specifications Rev. C Models 2440 and 2440-C SourceMeter Specifications Rev. C	Specification	26 Dec 2019
Word 6.0 File Discussing the Issues of Ohms Accuracy with the 2400 Series	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Resistivity Measurements Using the Model 2450 SourceMeter SMU Instrument and a Four-Point Collinear Probe	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
How to Choose and Apply Source Measure Unit SMU Instruments	Application Note	26 Nov 2019
Discover Today's Solutions for Tomorrow's Nano Characterization Challenges	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Discover the Industry Standard for LED Electrical Test	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Designing a Semiconductor Characterization System for an Undergraduate Fabrication Lab	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
Determining output resistance for the 2400 Series SourceMeter	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#2058 High Voltage Component Production Testing with Two Model 2410 SourceMeter Units Application No9te Number 2058 High Voltage Component Production Testing with Two Model 2410 SourceMeter Units Various production test applications require the use of a higher test voltage than a single Model 2410 High Voltage SourceMeter can supply	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Source Measure Units - Save Time, Space and Money and Make Multiple Measurements Accurately Using a Single Instrument Learn how the integrated five-in-one functionality of just one source measure unit (SMU) instrument eliminates many of the issues associated with using multiple instruments, including workspace clutter, measurement insight delays and much higher cost	Brochure	12 Nov 2019
Source Measure Unit Instruments - The Tool of Choice for Emerging R&D Applications	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Using Forward Voltage to Measure Semiconductor Junction Temperature	Technical Article	26 Dec 2019
Using the Model 2450 to Measure Resistance Using SCPI Commands	Technical Brief	26 Dec 2019
Source Meters Selection Guide	Selection Guide	26 Dec 2019
Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instruments Selector Guide This selector guide will help you determine which of Keithley's source measure unit (SMU) instruments is ideal for your testing needs.	Product Selector Guide	26 Dec 2019
Rechargeable Battery Charge and Discharge - Galvanic - Cycling Using the Keithley Model 2450 or 2460 SourceMeter SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Understanding Essential Tools and Techniques for Power Conversion Efficiency Testing	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Increasing RF Device Test Throughput with Better Instrument Coordination	Technical Article	26 Dec 2019
Obtaining More Accurate Resistance Measurements Using the 6-Wire Ohms Measurement Technique	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
Optoelectronics Test Selector Guide	Product Selector Guide	26 Dec 2019
SMU Instruments for Optoelectronic I-V Testing	Application Note	12 Nov 2019
Understanding Control Systems and Communications for Today's Automobiles	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
Understanding Power Testing Applications for Today's Automobiles	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
Using the Model 2450 to Measure Resistance Using TSP Commands	Technical Brief	26 Dec 2019
Using Two Model 2400 SourceMeter Instruments to Source up to 2 Amps	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
There's an Unsung Hero on Your Workbench: The SourceMeter SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
DC Electrical Characterization of RF Power Transistors	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
E-Handbook to Understanding Electrical Test and Measurement	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019
I-V Characterization of Photovoltaic Cells and Panels Using the Keithley 2450 or 2460 SourceMeter® SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Quick Reference Guide to SCPI Commands	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Biosensor and Transducer Qualification Using the Model 2450 Interactive SourceMeter SMU Instrument	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Better Solar Cell Testing: The Key to Faster Development and Production	Technical Article	26 Dec 2019
Breakdown and Leakage Current Measurements on High Voltage Semiconductor Devices Keithley has long had a strong presence in high power semiconductor device test. Most recently, Keithley introduced the 2470 1.1 kV Graphical SourceMeter® Source Measure Unit to address challenging measurements for SiC and GaN device testing. This ap	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#806 Production Testing of Thermistors Using the 2400 Digital SourceMeter	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#803 Varistor Verification with the 2400 Digital SourceMeter	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#807 Battery Discharge/Charge Cycling Using Keithley Series 2400 SourceMeter Job #1946. Updated on 2/17/04	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#805 Configuring a Discrete Resistor Verification Test System	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#804 IDDQ Testing and Standby Current Testing with the Series 2400 SourceMeter	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Keithley Survey Shows Differing Test Priorities and Methods for Testing Solar Cell/PV Devices	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
Keithley Pulse Solutions	Brochure	26 Dec 2019
#1818 Configuring a Resistor Network Production Test System with the Model 2400 App Note 1818.	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Eliminating Common SCPI Errors	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
#1805 Diode Production Testing with the Series 2400 SourceMeter Application Note #1805 Diode Production Testing with the Series 2400 SourceMeter Performing single-point pass/fail DC tests on packaged diodes is critical to ensure compliance with manufacturers' specifications and to identify and weed out defective	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Can I generate current (or voltage) pulses with model 2400 or other non-pulse mode SourceMeter?	Application Note	26 Dec 2019
Choosing the Optimal Source Measurement Unit Instrument for Your Test and Measurement Application (also Applicable to Series 2600B)	Whitepaper	26 Dec 2019
E-Guide: Re-Inventing High Power Semiconductor and Device Characterization	Fact Sheet	26 Dec 2019

Software	Document Type	Part Number:	ReleaseDate
Keithley I/O Layer version C10 (Windows 10, 8, 7 Compatible) Keithley I/O Layer version C10 (KIOL-850C10 adds support for Windows 10 Operating System and installs NI-VISA Runtime 17.5 and NI-ICP 17.0. This release replaces previous versions of KIOL-850B07, KIOL-850C02, KIOL-850C03, KIOL-850C04, KIOL-850C05, KI	Application	KIOL-850C10	12 Nov 2019
Model 2450 Firmware Revision 1.7.0 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.0 for the Model 2450 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2450-FRP-V1.7.0	27 Dec 2019
Model 2450 Firmware Revision 1.7.1 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.1 for the Model 2450 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2450-FRP-V1.7.1	27 Dec 2019
Model 2461 Firmware Revision 1.7.0 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.0 for the Model 2461 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2461-FRP-V1.7.0	27 Dec 2019
Model 2461 Firmware Revision 1.7.1 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.1 for the Model 2461 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2461-FRP-V1.7.1	27 Dec 2019
Model 2470 Firmware Revision 1.6.8d and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.8d for the Model 2470 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2470-FRP-V1.6.8	12 Nov 2019
Model 2460 Firmware Revision 1.6.7c and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.7c for the Model 2460 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2460-FRP-V1.6.7	12 Nov 2019
Keithley 2450, 2460, 2461, 2470 Native LabVIEW 2015 Instrument Driver version 1.4.0 Native LabVIEW Driver for Models 2450, 2460, 2461, 2470 Interactive SourceMeters version 1.4.0 (LabView 2015 or higher). Updated to support new model 2470.	Driver	2450-LV2015-1.4.0	12 Nov 2019
KickStart Instrument Control software Version 1.9.8 (use with HRMA app) Easy to use instrument control software Required for use with KickStart’s High Resistance Measurement App (HRMA) For all other apps, consider KickStart 2 as a replacement Compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10.	Application	KICKSTART-1.9.8	12 Nov 2019
Keithley I/O Layer - version C07 (Windows 8, 7, Vista, and XP Compatible) Keithley I/O Layer version C07 (KIOL-850C07 adds a change to only send the :syst:rem command to RS-232 connections This release replaces previous versions of KIOL-850B07, KIOL-850C02, KIOL-850C03, KIOL-850C04, KIOL-850C05, KIOL-850C06). This version	Application	KIOL-850C07	27 Dec 2019
LabTracer 2.8 (UNSUPPORTED) LabTracer2 Version 2.8 (UNSUPPORTED)Compatible with Windows 98SE, NT4, 2000, XP only.Does not work with Windows 7 or newer.	Application	LABTRACER-2.8	12 Nov 2019
2450 Firmware Revision 1.6.4c & Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.4c for the Model 2450 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2450-FRP-V1.6.4	12 Nov 2019
24xx Family VXIPnP/VISA-based Driver (24xx-851C05) for Visual Basic (VB), C/C++, LabVIEW5.1, LabWindowsCVI5.5 or higher VXI-PNP style multi-platform Instrument Driver for the Model 2400 Instruments (2400, 2401, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2400-C, 2410-C, 2420-C, 2425-C, 2430-C, 2440-C, 2400-OSRAM). May be used with VB, VC/C++, LabView 5.1 or newer, or LabWindows CVI	Driver	24XX-851C05	12 Nov 2019
2400 IVI Driver for Visual Basic (VB), VC/C++, Labview (LV) and LabWindows CVI, Rev. B01 (7.2Mb) - Requires Installation of Keithley I/O Layer (KIOL-850) IVI driver for 24xx series, includes support for 6430. Not the VXIPnP driver.	Driver	2400-854B01	12 Nov 2019
2400 FIRMWARE RELEASE PACKAGE VERSION C34 This contains the individual firmware image files to BDM the two 803 and 804 EPROMS individually as well as the single firmware image file to Flash Wizard the 2400 Series instrument all at once. It also contains the Release Notes and BDM burning help	Firmware	2400-FRP-C34	12 Nov 2019
2450 Firmware Revision 1.1.0s & Release Notes Firmware version 1.1.0s for the Model 2450 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2450-FRP-V1.1.0	27 Dec 2019
2400 Series Firmware Revision C32 C32 Firmware for Series 2400 SourceMeters.	Firmware	2400-803C32	12 Nov 2019
2400 Series Firmware Revision C33 C33 Firmware for Series 2400 SourceMeter instruments.	Firmware	2400-803C33	12 Nov 2019
2400 IEEE Bus Library for Testpoint 10-15-01: Support Documentation file (README.txt) included in the download.	Driver	2400-TP-IEEE-LIB	12 Nov 2019
KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.2.0 (Windows 10, 8, 7 compatible) "KickStart Software for the PC enables quick test setup and data visualization when using one or more instruments. Key Features • Save time by automating data collection of millions of readings. • Set up a multi-instrument test with the ab	Application	KICKSTART-2.2.0	27 Dec 2019
KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.1.0 (Windows 10, 8, 7 compatible) "KickStart Software for the PC enables quick test setup and data visualization when using one or more instruments. Key Features • Save time by automating data collection of millions of readings. • Set up a multi-instrument test with the ab	Application	KICKSTART-2.1.0	12 Nov 2019
Laser Diode LIV Demo Application (requires National Instruments GPIB Card) (4Meg) Laser Diode LIV Demo Application for NI GPIB cards. This is for use with Models 2400, 2420, 2440, 2500, 2500INT, and 2510-AT. (unsupported)	Application	LIV-DEMO-NI-GPIB	12 Nov 2019
Laser Diode LIV Demo Application (requires Keithley/CEC GPIB Card) (4Meg) Laser Diode LIV Demo Application for Keithley / CEC GPIB cards. This is for use with Models 2400, 2420, 2440, 2500, 2500INT, and 2510-AT. (unsupported)	Application	LIV-DEMO-KI-GPIB	12 Nov 2019
Flashwizard version C12 (Windows 7, Vista, XP, Win2K, NT, ME, 98 Compatible) Flashwizard executable version C12 (Windows 7, Vista, XP, Win2K, NT, ME, 98 Compatible)	Firmware	FLASH-WIZARD-C12	12 Nov 2019
Clock TSPAPP V2.0 Highlights the customization capability by displaying an animated analog clock.	Application	TSPAPP-CLOCK-V2.0.0	27 Dec 2019
Model 2461 Firmware Revision 1.6.7c and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.7c for the Model 2461 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2461-FRP-V1.6.7	12 Nov 2019
Keithley 2450, 2460, 2461, 2470 Native LabVIEW 2018 Instrument Driver version 1.4.0 Native LabVIEW Driver for Models 2450, 2460, 2461, 2470 Interactive SourceMeters version 1.4.0 (LabView 2018 or higher). Updated to support new model 2470.	Driver	2450-LV2018-1.4.0	12 Nov 2019
LabTracer 2.9 (UNSUPPORTED) LabTracer 2.9 (UNSUPPORTED)Adds support for new Model 2401.Compatible with Windows 98SE, NT4, 2000, XP only.Does not work with Windows 7 or newer.	Application	LABTRACER-2.9	12 Nov 2019
Model 2461 Firmware Revision 1.6.5b and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.5b for the Model 2461 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2461-FRP-V1.6.5B	12 Nov 2019
Model 2460 Firmware Revision 1.6.4c and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.4c for the Model 2460 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2460-FRP-V1.6.4	12 Nov 2019
Model 2470 Firmware Revision 1.7.0 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.0 for the Model 2470 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2470-FRP-V1.7.0	27 Dec 2019
Model 2470 Firmware Revision 1.7.1 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.1 for the Model 2470 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2470-FRP-V1.7.1	27 Dec 2019
Model 2460 Firmware Revision 1.7.1 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.1 for the Model 2460 SourceMeter instrument	Firmware	2460-FRP-V1.7.1	27 Dec 2019
Model 2450 Firmware Revision 1.6.7c and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.7c for the Model 2450 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2450-FRP-V1.6.7	12 Nov 2019
Model 2461 Firmware Revision 1.6.4c and Release Notes Firmware version 1.6.4c for the Model 2461 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2461-FRP-V1.6.4	12 Nov 2019
Model 2460 Firmware Revision 1.7.0 and Release Notes Firmware version 1.7.0 for the Model 2460 SourceMeter instrument.	Firmware	2460-FRP-V1.7.0	27 Dec 2019
Test Script Builder Software Suite Version J03 (Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista Compatible) "Keithley Instruments Test Script Builder (TSB) is a software tool that simplifies building and creating test scripts. It includes built-in color coding, debugging tools, and error handling. You can use TSB to perform the following operations: -	Application	KTS-850J03	12 Nov 2019
Test Script Builder Software Suite Version J02 (Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista Compatible) "Keithley Instruments Test Script Builder (TSB) is a software tool that simplifies building and creating test scripts. It includes built-in color coding, debugging tools, and error handling. You can use TSB to perform the following operations: -	Application	KTS-850J02	12 Nov 2019
Keithley Series 24xx SourceMeter Native LabView Driver Version 1.1.1 Native LabVIEW driver for the 2400 Series SourceMeters. Version 1.1.1 (created by National Instruments, Inc.)	Driver	24XX-LV-1.1.1	12 Nov 2019
Keithley IVI-COM/IVI-C Driver for Models 2450, 2460, 2461, 2470 Version 1.3.0 (Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP Compatible) Keithley IVI-COM/IVI-C Driver for Models 2450, 2460, 2461 Interactive SourceMeters Version 1.3.0 (includes release notes) (Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP Compatible). Adds support for new Model 2470.	Driver	2450-IVI-1.3.0	12 Nov 2019
KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.1.1 (Windows 10, 8, 7 compatible) "KickStart Software for the PC enables quick test setup and data visualization when using one or more instruments. Key Features • Save time by automating data collection of millions of readings. • Set up a multi-instrument test with the ab	Application	KICKSTART-2.1.1	12 Nov 2019

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How do I calculate the resistance accuracy of the Model 2450 on the 2 Ohm and greater than 200M ohm range? Below are the numbers to use for calculating the accuracy of 2 ohm and 200M ohms ranges. Since these particular ranges are only realized by using MANUAL OHMS, the below source values and measure values were used. In manual ohms the user can choose wh	470646
What is Source Readback? You can set the instrument to record and display the voltage or current of the configured source value or the actual source value. When you use the configured source value, the instrument records and displays the value that was configured. When you u	775816
Where can I find the battery discharge script for Model 2450? Answer: The battery discharge script is on the tek forum. Here is the link. https://forum.tek.com/viewtopic.php?f=66&t=140141	729071
How do I create an I-V Characterizer test that uses more than one SMU Instrument? Use the “Instruments” button in the I-V Characterizer app toolbar to access the “Add Channels” button to add more SMU instruments to your test. You can add up to 4 SMU instruments in a single I-V Characterizer app.	470091
Do you have a SCPI Sequence for 100V @ 10A on Model 2461 SMU? Here is a sequence of SCPI commands the configure the Model 2461 SMU to output a 100V pulse up to 10A. RST SYSTem:CLEar TRACe:MAKE "PulseBuffer", 50 SOURce:FUNCtion CURRent SOURce:CURRent:RANGe:AUTO OFF SOURce:CURRent:RANGe 1 SOURce:CURRent 0 SOU	773831
What is a low cost test fixture to perform stable and accurate current measurements below 1nA? Taking stable and accurate current measurements below 1nA requires a guard shield (Faraday cage) as per the below excerpt from the 6430 reference manual (Figure 1). It was desired to measure currents below 1pA. A 1T resistor was selected. The voltage	781711
What happens in High Capacitance mode in Model 2450 SMU? The SMU is a closed loop control device to maintain a steady force value on your DUT. The capacitance of your cabling and DUT and the current sense resistor (internal to the SMU) form a pole. For certain combinations of current sense resistor and ext	775821

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