In this section:Introduction .............................................................................. 1-14200A-SCS system overview ................................................... 1-2Embedded computer policy ...................................................... 1-4IntroductionThe Keithley Instruments Model 4200A-SCS Parameter Analyzer is a customizable and fully-integrated parameter analyzer that provides synchronized insight into current-voltage (I-V),capacitance-voltage (C-V), and ultra-fast pulsed I-V characterization. The highest performanceparameter analyzer, the 4200A-SCS accelerates semiconductor, materials, and processdevelopment.The 4200A-SCS Clarius TM GUI-based software provides clear, uncompromised measurement andanalysis capability. Furnished with embedded measurement expertise and hundreds of ready-to-useapplication tests, Clarius enables you to dig deeper into your research with speed and confidence.The following topics introduce you to the 4200A-SCS, as follows:• 4200A-SCS system overview (on page 1-2): An overall block diagram and summary of the system. Basic configurations and capabilities of the source-measure units (SMUs), preamplifiers,pulse generator and measure units, and capacitance-voltage units (CVUs) that source andmeasure the electrical signals that are connected to your devices under test (DUTs).• Embedded PC policy (on page 1-4): Explains Keithley Instruments’ policy concerning the use ofthird-party software and its no-tamper policy for the Microsoft ® Windows ® operating system.Section 1Introduction