Safety Instructions - R&S ZC Series Getting Started

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Safety Instructions

The frequency converters R&S ZCxxx (xxx indicating the upper frequency limit in
GHz) have been designed and tested in accordance with the EC Certificate of
Conformity and each of them has left the manufacturer's plant in a condition fully
complying with safety standards.
Risk of instrument damage
To prevent instrument damage make sure to read through and observe the
following safety instructions.
ESD protective measures
To protect the frequency converter against damage due to Electrostatic Dis-
charge (ESD) use the wrist strap and grounding cord supplied with the network
analyzer and connect yourself to the GND connector at the front panel of the ana-
lyzer. For details refer to the Quick Start Guide of your analyzer.
When storing or shipping the converter, slip protective caps onto the coaxial con-
nectors on the rear panel.
Input powers RF IN and LO IN
The RF input power at the connectors RF IN and LO IN must not exceed the
maximum values quoted in the data sheet. These maximum values are below the
maximum RF source power of the network analyzer. The frequency converter
modes for the R&S ZCxxx models that are provided by the R&S ZVA/ZVT firm-
ware V3.40 and higher, ensure compatible source powers. Therefore, activate
this mode before you connect your frequency converter's RF IN and LO IN to the
NWA.
Connection Procedure
1. Connect the frequency converter to the power supply R&S ZCPS and power
up R&S ZVA/ZVT and R&S ZCPS
2. Establish a USB connection between frequency converter and NWA
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