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Connectors
The HP 70341A rear panel has both threaded SMA and unthreaded SMB
connectors.
SMA Connectors
Two semi-rigid coaxial cables with SMA (3.5 mm) connectors are used
to carry microwave signal between the HP 70340A and the HP 70341A.
Because minor mechanical imperfections in these cables and their connecting
parts can produce performance degradation, it is important the cables and
connectors be treated with the care a orded any microwave component:
1. Ensure the center conductor is not bent or damaged.
T o Connect Semi-rigid
2. Ensure the insulating material between the center conductor and the
Cables:
3. If necessary, clean the cable ends using a cotton swab lightly moistened
4. Inspect the mating connectors and clean them if necessary.
5. Allow the alcohol to evaporate completely before assembling the
6. Retract the outer nuts away from the ends of the cable.
7. Carefully insert both ends of the cable partially into the shells of the
Do not force the cable when mating connectors. Minimal force is required
C A U T I O N
to seat the center pin in the mating socket. If excessive force is used, the
microwave device to which the cable is connected can be damaged.
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outer conductor is undamaged, clean, and free of contamination from
metal particles.
with alcohol.
connectors.
mating connectors.
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