Summary of Contents for Agilent Technologies 34946A
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Agilent 34946A-34947A Microwave Switch/Driver Modules User’s Guide Agilent Technologies, Inc. Printed in Malaysia Edition 1 June 2008 E0608 *34980-90046* 34980-90046 Agilent Technologies...
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FAR 12.211 (Technical Data) and 12.212 (Computer Software) and, for the Department of Defense, DFARS 252.227-7015 (Technical Data - Commercial Items) and DFARS 227.7202-3 (Rights in Commercial Com- puter Software or Computer Software Documentation). Agilent 34946A-34947A Microwave Switch/Driver Modules User’s Guide...
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Do Not Remove the Instrument Cover Only qualified, service-trained personal who are aware of the hazards involved should remove instrument covers. Always disconnect the power cable and any exter- nal circuits before removing the instrument cover. Agilent 34946A-34947A Microwave Switch/Driver Modules User’s Guide...
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The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for the 34980A mainframe instrument can be found on page iii in the 34980A Mainframe User’s Guide. That DoC applies to the 34980A mainframe and all available plug-in modules. Agilent 34946A-34947A Microwave Switch/Driver Modules User’s Guide...
34946A and 34947A Dual/Triple Microwave Switch Modules The 34946A and 34947A modules provide single-pole, double-throw switches in 4 GHz, 20 GHz, and 26 GHz options. The 34946A and 34947A modules are also available with no switches installed - but include cable kits that allow you to connect switches external to the module chassis.
34946A and 34947A Option 001 Installation Option 001 to the 34946A and 34947A is a 30-pin ribbon connector to 9-pin D-Sub connector cable kit. The option allows you to connect two (34946A) or three (34947A) switches external to the instrument chassis.
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9-pin strand align connector contacts over rows in cable strand Figure 1. 34946A and 34947A Option 001 Installation. 4. Insert the ribbon cable strand into the D-Sub connector as shown. Align the metal contacts of the connector over the pins. Press the connector onto the strand using a vise or clamp to press the contacts evenly through the cable insulation.
When installing SMA connectors, it is recommend that you tighten them to 0.8 - 1.1 Nm (7-10 in-lbs) of torque. 34946A and 34947A Simplified Schematics Figures 3 and 4 show the channel configurations for the 34946A and 34947A modules, respectively. 50Ω...